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Massachusetts Provides Clarifications on Upcoming ​“Junk Fee” and Negative Option Regulations

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Last week, the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office released a webinar and business guidance to help companies comply with upcoming regulations on junk fees and negative option contracts. The webinar and guidance cover a...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

B.C. Proposes Consumer Protection Reforms, Aims to Restrict Certain Contract Terms

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On February 25, 2025, the British Columbia government introduced Bill 4, the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Amendment Act, 2025 (Bill) for the stated purpose of protecting people from “unfair contract terms” and...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Unsubscribe: What the FTC's "Click-to-Cancel" Rule Means for Retailers and Consumers - The Katten Kattwalk/Kattison Avenue | Issue...

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A curated seasonal wardrobe delivered directly to your door, the return to a jam-packed gym, personally proportioned fresh weekly meals, a coffeemaker and a new pair of sneakers shipped within an hour, or a trial run on the...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Unpacking the FTC’s New Negative Option Rule, Its Legal Challenges, and Future Uncertainty

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The rule impacts both B2B and B2C subscription autorenewals and other negative option programs; however, significant legal challenges could impact the rule’s implementation....more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

FTC finalizes “Click-to-Cancel” Rule

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On October 16, the FTC announced a final Negative Option Rule, also known as the “click-to-cancel” rule, requiring sellers to make it as easy for consumers to cancel their enrollment as it was to sign up for the goods or...more

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FTC’s New Click-to-Cancel Rule Means Your Business Needs to Simplify the Cancellation Process: 5 Steps to Stay Compliant

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The federal government just fundamentally changed how businesses need to handle recurring subscriptions by unveiling its new “Click-to-Cancel” rule and making it mandatory to simplify cancellation processes. Designed to...more

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Handle Autorenewal Programs with Care: Federal Trade Commission Targets Care.com for Alleged Dark Patterns and Earnings Claims

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Companies that care about avoiding Federal Trade Commission (FTC) action should take heed. Last month, the FTC announced an $8.5 million settlement with Care.com, resolving claims challenging its advertising claims and...more

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Avoiding California’s Consumer Law Pitfalls Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented disruption and challenges for businesses navigating California’s consumer protection laws. ...more

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