Ad Law Access

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

FTC Settles Action Against Seller of Internet Cameras for Failure to Protect Consumers' Privacy

The FTC announced today that it has reached a settlement with TRENDnet regarding allegations that it failed to protect consumers’ privacy and thus caused consumers to unknowingly broadcast private video feeds on the…

Settlement Approved in Neutrogena Naturals Class Action

Marketers of natural personal care products will want to take note of a recent nationwide settlement over marketing and advertising for Neutrogena Naturals. Plaintiffs filed suit in the Northern District of California…

Advertising the Price Right

All advertisers need to exercise caution in advertising special prices or discounts. Car dealerships need to be especially careful, right now. The FTC announced preliminary settlements with two car dealerships – one in…

Facebook Eases its Guidelines for Promotions

Yesterday, Facebook made it easier for companies to administer sweepstakes, contests, and other promotions on its platform. Previously, Facebook required that all promotions on the platform be administered through…

Gain with Less Pain: Ending Your Competitor's False or Misleading Advertising Claims Without Having to Litigate

The best marketers train one eye on their marketing message and the other on their competitors'. And when a competitor's claim is deemed to go too far, it is the legal department that must consider its options in…