Ad Law Access

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

Texas AG Sues Google over Misleading Endorsements

When a company uses an influencer or other person to endorse the company’s products, it’s important that endorsement reflects the endorser’s honest opinions, beliefs, or experiences with the products. Of course, in…

Where to Find More Info on the FTC’s Top Rules for 2022

Last week, Jessica Rich wrote about the FTC’s rulemaking plans for 2022 . Make sure you read that post for a detailed analysis of what the Commission is planning. As we looked at which of those topics have…

FTC Blankets Companies With Warning Letters Over Endorsements and Reviews

As we have noted in earlier posts, in the wake of the Supreme Court’s holding that Section 13(b) of the FTC Act does not allow for monetary restitution, the Federal Trade Commission has been attempting to creatively…

Change to NCAA Policy Creates New Group of Influencers

This summer, the NCAA suspended its long-standing policy that restricted student-athletes from being able to generate income from their name, image, and likeness (commonly referred to as “NIL”). It didn’t take brands…

FDA Is Still Keeping Up With The Kardashians

When it comes to the legal side of working with influencers, smart companies focus on ensuring that influencers clearly disclose that they are working with the company. After all, that’s where regulators have focused…