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Update on the State of Non-compete Restrictions (LaborSpeak)
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In recent comments, Commissioner Holyoak signaled that the Federal Trade Commission will prioritize enforcement of the Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act (PADFAA), a law that empowers the FTC to police...more
INTRODUCTION - On July 8, 2025, the Eighth Circuit issued its decision in Custom Communications, Inc. v. Federal Trade Commission, vacating on procedural grounds the FTC’s planned “Click-to-Cancel” rule (the “Rule”), which...more
In an enforcement action akin to an advertising law issue spotting exam, the FTC announced this week a settlement with a telemedicine company and its principals for allegedly using misleading pricing claims that failed to...more
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on July 2 issued a decision vacating the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) revised Negative Option Rule, which the previous Administration called the “Click to Cancel” Rule....more
Just days before it was set to take effect, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) much anticipated “Click-to-Cancel Rule” (the “Rule”), delivering regulatory...more
In a dramatic turn of events, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has vacated the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Click-to-Cancel Rule, which was set to take effect on July 14, 2025. ...more
Due to go into effect on July 14, the Negative Option Rule has been struck down by the Eighth Circuit. Our Consumer Protection/FTC Group examines the Federal Trade Commission’s options going forward....more
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) negative option rule, better known as the “Click-to-Cancel” rule, which was set to go into effect July 14, 2025, has been vacated in its entirely by the Eighth Circuit in Custom...more
In October 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) updated its 1973 Negative Option Rule to address unfair and deceptive online subscription practices. See 16 C.F.R. § 425 (2024) (the “Negative Option Rule” or the “Rule”)....more
In May the FTC’s Rule on Deceptive or Unfair Fees (the Rule) went into effect, and the FTC staff published accompanying FAQs for business. We have blogged a lot about the proposed Rule, enforcement in this space and its windy...more
On May 12, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees took effect. Often referred to as the “Junk Fees Rule,” the Rule targets hidden, misleading, and deceptive charges and fees imposed by...more
Finalized last year, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Final Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials (the “Final Rule”) principally addresses the sale, purchase, and publication of fake online reviews and...more
Enforcement of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Click-to-Cancel Rule (Rule) has now been deferred to July 14, 2025. The FTC noted that enforcement of the Rule did not adequately consider the compliance burdens...more
Take a quick breath—but just a short one—because late Friday, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) decided (3-0) to push the compliance date of its Negative Option (or "Click to Cancel") Rule, a regulation designed to make...more
On May 9, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted unanimously to delay enforcement of most portions of its amended Negative Option Rule (rule) by 60 days, shifting the compliance deadline for these portions from May 14 to...more
Late Friday, the FTC announced that the Commission had voted 3-0 to extend the compliance deadline for the to-be-effective provisions of the Negative Option Rule, formerly known as the “Click to Cancel Rule.” While the...more
Companies with B2C or B2B recurring payment programs that include negative option terms should review their disclosure, consent, and cancellation practices to ensure compliance with the rule....more
Notwithstanding significant changes at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – including the removal of two of the five Commissioners, and the new appointment of Commissioner Mark Meador – the Commission has sent a clear message...more
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission sent more than $18 million in refunds to U.S. consumers who entered a Publishers Clearing House (PCH) sweepstakes in recent years. The refund represents a significant remedy to...more
Our Consumer Protection/FTC Group investigates the implications of a Federal Trade Commission complaint against Uber alleging deceptive billing and cancellation practices under the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act...more
In January 2025, prior to President Donald Trump's inauguration, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized its Click to Cancel Rule (Rule). This regulation requires additional disclosures, consents and simple cancellation...more
The Federal Trade Commission is taking a hard look at marketing and advertising statements, making sure they are precise and accurate. Here are some key takeaways from recent enforcements:...more
On April 21, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it had filed a complaint against Uber Technologies, Inc. and Uber USA LLC (collectively, Uber), a rideshare and delivery company. Among other things, the...more
Revolve is facing a $50 million putative class action over allegedly failing to enforce disclosure rules in its influencer campaigns. The suit claims that influencers received payments and free products but failed to clearly...more
This week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit in federal court against rideshare and delivery company Uber for allegedly deceptive subscription practices, including making it unreasonably difficult to cancel....more