The Bottom Line The SEC is continuing to make good on its repeated warnings that it will aggressively enforce Section 17(b) of the Securities Act against influencers, including mainstream celebrities, who fail to disclose the nature, scope and amount of compensation received in exchange for their Continue Reading
Practising Law Institute | Hot Topics in Advertising Law for E-Commerce Companies
On January 11, Paavana L. Kumar, Davis+Gilbert Advertising + Marketing partner and Louis DiLorenzo, Davis+Gilbert Advertising + Marketing associate, will speak at Practising Law Institute's (PLI) One-Hour Briefing entitled “Hot Topics in Advertising Law for E-Commerce Companies.” Session Continue Reading
Webinar | Advertising, Marketing and Promotions: Cryptoassets, including NFTs and Fan Tokens – a UK and U.S. Perspective
On April 7, Davis+Gilbert will co-host a webinar with UK firm Lewis Silkin entitled, "Advertising, Marketing and Promotions: Cryptoassets, including NFTs and Fan Tokens – a UK and U.S. Perspective." Louis P. DiLorenzo, Davis+Gilbert Advertising + Marketing associate, will be joined by both Wendy Continue Reading
Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance | Sweepstakes & Contests
CCPA Enforcement Priorities Include Loyalty and Rewards Programs
The Bottom Line Promotional practices, such as loyalty and reward programs, have unique disclosure obligations under the CCPA.With enforcement actions ramping up in California, and new privacy laws on the horizon, it is important for companies to have all of their marketing practices reviewed in Continue Reading
New York City Bar Association | Sweepstakes, Promotions & Marketing Laws: Comprehension & Compliance in a Digital/Mobile Environment
Aaron Taylor, Advertising + Marketing partner, will speak at the New York City State Bar Association’s “Sweepstakes, Promotions & Marketing Laws: Comprehension & Compliance in a Digital/Mobile Environment” at a session titled “Influencer Marketing & the FTC Endorsement Guides” taking Continue Reading
PR Week | Beware of Lawsuits Arising From Deceptive Rewards Programs
California Alleges Four of the Largest U.S. Retailers Engage in ‘False Reference Pricing’
The Bottom Line The California actions highlight the importance of ensuring accurate pricing statements are presented in print and online ads. That these suits were filed in California is not particularly surprising, given the state’s history of aggressive protection of consumers, and suggests Continue Reading