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Chocolate Therapy: The Legal Limits of Mood and Sleep Claims in Functional Foods

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Functional foods designed to promote relaxation, better sleep, and improved mood have exploded in popularity, and chocolate is increasingly the delivery method of choice. Calming confections featuring ingredients like...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

FTC (and NAD) Celebrate ​“Made in USA” Month

On July 1, 2025, FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson designated July as ​“Made in USA” Month. Chairman Ferguson noted that in a recent poll, 61% of Americans stated that whether a product was ​“Made in USA” played a factor in their...more

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Use Caution When Getting All Fire (Crackered) Up with Your Patriotic Posts this July

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We love a good excuse for a reminder about how to substantiate Made in USA Claims, and we get those opportunities annually around the 4th of July. FTC Chair Ferguson apparently also feels the same, so much that yesterday he...more

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Lead Generation Scams in Healthcare: FTC Files Case Against Impersonator Ads

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On June 24, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland against Mercury Marketing, LLC, and several affiliated entities and individuals alleging that the...more

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Marketing in Sensitive Sectors: The FTC Prescribes a $1.9 Million Lesson to Evoke Wellness

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Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chairman Andrew Ferguson has promised vigorous law enforcement under his leadership. Consistent with that promise, on June 10, 2025, the Commission announced a $1.9 million settlement with...more

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FTC Evaluating Deceptive Artificial Intelligence Claims

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has shown a growing interest in scrutinizing deceptive claims related to artificial intelligence (AI). This interest stems from the agency's core mission to protect consumers and ensure fair...more

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Two New Lawsuits Target Influencer Campaigns

Over the past few months, two firms have filed a series of class action lawsuits against a number of companies – including Celsius, Shein, and Revolve – over their influencer campaigns. Leveraging the same template, the firms...more

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The Briefing: Influencer Fail – ALO Yoga & Influencers Named in $150M Class Action Lawsuit for FTC Violations

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A class action lawsuit has been filed against ALO Yoga and several influencers for failing to disclose that various social media campaigns were actually paid ads. Weintraub attorneys Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler break down...more

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Companies Moving Manufacturing to U.S. Must Be Careful of “Made in USA” Rule and Guidance

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The Trump administration declared “Made in America” to be “an economic and national security priority of this Administration” and has taken steps through tariffs and other means to encourage American manufacturing. Companies...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Kattison Avenue | Issue 14

Kattison Avenue examines the latest topics in advertising law affecting today's advertisers, advertising and promotions agencies, technology developers, content producers and entertainment companies....more

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Deceptive sweepstakes prompt FTC action and consumer payouts

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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

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FTC: Be Precise and Accurate With Your Advertising or Beware

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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

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Blurred Lines, Big Lawsuits: The Cost of Missing Disclosures

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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

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#Ad – Annoyance or Necessary? The Rising Risk of Undisclosed Influencer Deals

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On April 11, 2025, a class-action lawsuit was filed accusing online fashion retailer Revolve Group Inc. of violating the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act, the Consumers Legal Remedies Act, the Unfair...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Stay ADvised: 2025, Issue 9

Court in Crisco "Butter" False Ad Nixes Overbroad Proposed Classes - Despite surviving two motions to dismiss, an Illinois plaintiff alleging that Crisco falsely advertised its cooking spray as containing butter couldn't...more

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[Podcast] AD Nauseam: Survey Says: The Consumer Perception Study Series Pt. 1

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In this episode, Amy Ralph Mudge and Daniel Kaufman from BakerHostetler's Advertising, Marketing, and Digital Media team discuss the importance of consumer perception surveys. These surveys help businesses understand how...more

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Reading the Tea Leaves: What’s Next for ‘Made in the USA’ Claims?

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A recent jury decision in Banks et al. v. R.C. Bigelow, Inc., et al., Case No. 2:20-cv-06208, in the Central District of California may serve to embolden more consumer class action filings in the Golden State over domestic...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Stay ADvised: 2025, Issue 7

New Suit Claims "Scientifically False" Pheromone Ads Are "Pure" False Advertising - "It's not myth. It's science." So claims Pure Instinct in its ads for pheromone perfumes. But a new class action lawsuit claims it's not...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

NAD Combs Through #1 Claims

Simpler Hair Color (or ​“SHC”) advertises that its products are ​“Rated #1 Men’s Hair Color” and ​“Rated #1 Men’s Hair & Beard Color” based on ​“Trustpilot​.com verified reviews.” Combe, a competitor, challenged the #1 claims...more

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National Advertising Division Targets Celebrity, Influencer, and Third-Party Marketing in Recent Decisions

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The National Advertising Division (NAD) recently issued a series of decisions addressing influencer and third-party marketing. The NAD is a self-regulatory body that assesses the truth and accuracy of claims made in national...more

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[Event] 11th Advertising Law Symposium - March 20th, Washington, DC

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Venable's AdLaw Symposium is back! Please join us in our Washington, DC, headquarters for this highly anticipated event focused on providing you with the information you need to promote your brand with confidence....more

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[Podcast] AD Nauseam: The Fine Print: Why Truth in Ads Matters

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On today’s episode of AD Nauseam, Amy and Daniel are back to discuss the topic of disclaimers in advertising....more

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Chocolate Cases Worth Melting For

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It’s time for my favorite time of the year, when all the Valentine’s Day candy goes on sale! In honor of this sugary sweet clearance sale, I wanted to recap some of our favorite NAD chocolate cases. So whether you like milk...more

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FTC Proposes Changes to Deter Deceptive Earnings Claims by Multilevel Marketers and Money-Making Opportunity Sellers

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On January 13, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission announced that it is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the Business Opportunity Rule and a proposed new Earnings Claim Rule to strengthen the agency’s tools to...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Stay ADvised: 2025, Issue 1

Survey Says … NAD Finds Realtor.com Claims Supported by Survey Despite Industry Changes - The National Advertising Division (NAD) recently weighed in on the question of whether recent changes in the real estate industry...more

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