Ad Law Access

Updates on advertising law and privacy law trends, issues, and developments

Caution with Hyperlinks and Info-Hovers: Court Denies DIRECTV’S Motion for Partial Summary Judgment

Are hyperlinked and hovering disclosures enough to adequately inform consumers about the terms of your offer? Is requiring consumers to click on a button to accept all terms and conditions enough to obtain their…

Rio, Swimming, Lies, and Morals Clauses

This week, four companies announced that they were cutting ties with Ryan Lochte after the swimmer admitted to lying about being robbed at gunpoint during the Olympics. Speedo, for example, said that although they…

Scandal Serves as a Reminder of the Importance of Morals Clauses

This week, long-time Subway spokesperson Jared Fogle reached a plea agreement on charges of child pornography and having sex with minors.​ ​Although the sandwich shop noted that it no longer has a relationship with…

Safety Nets for Fallen Stars

One of the most-negotiated provisions in endorsement agreements is the morals clause. While celebrities want those clauses to be as narrow and specific as possible, companies need to ensure they have enough flexibility…