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Ninth Circuit sides with credit union after finding NCUA regulations preempted California state law

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On August 1, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit affirmed the dismissal of claims under California’s Unfair Competition Law (UCL) against a federal credit union, holding that federal law preempts state regulation of...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

FTC Click-to-Cancel Rule on Hold, but California’s Automatic Renewal Law Remains Intact: What Companies Need To Know

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On July 8, the Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) "click-to-cancel" rule (FTC Rule), which would have required companies to provide customers with an easy, one-click method to...more

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Wiley Consumer Protection Download (July 15, 2025)

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FTC Sends Warning Letters Regarding Potential Noncompliance With “Made in USA” Requirements. On July 8, the FTC sent letters to a flagpole retailer, footwear maker, football equipment company, and personal care products...more

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California's Anti-Price Gouging Law: What Businesses and Consumers Need to Know About Price Increases For Goods & Services After...

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Following the devastating fires in Southern California, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency to exist in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. This proclamation triggered the application of California Penal Code...more

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California Introduces Its Version of the CARS Act Signaling a New Wave of State Regulation for Auto Dealers

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In a move that could significantly impact the auto retail industry, California has introduced Senate Bill 766, known as the California Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Act. Introduced by Senator Benjamin Allen (D) on...more

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California Proposes Legislative Amendments to Expand Debt Settlement Regulation to Certain Business Debt Settlement Providers

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On February 24, 2025, California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) introduced Assembly Bill (AB) 1166, which seeks to amend and expand the state’s existing Fair Debt Settlement Practices Act (the “Act”) to include...more

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FTC Click to Cancel Rule

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In 2023, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sought public comments on how to combat perceived unfair and deceptive trade practices, recurring subscription charges, and cancelation of such plans. Born out of these...more

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Has California Imposed Nationwide Price Controls?

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On January 7, 2025, Governor Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties due to the fire in the Pacific Palisades and windstorm.  This proclamation triggered price the application of California...more

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