Ad Law Access

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

FTC Warns 6 Mobile Apps about Possible FCRA Violations

The FTC this week warned marketers of six mobile apps that provide background screening that the companies may be violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The FTC warned the apps marketers that, if they believe…

Illinois AG Releases Information Security and Breach Notification Guide

On January 27, 2012, the Illinois Attorney General released guidance for businesses to prevent, prepare for, and respond to data security breaches. Information Security and Security Breach Notification Guidance reminds…

MMA Releases Final Privacy Policy Guidelines for Mobile Apps

The way companies collect information through mobile apps has been the focus of several FTC actions, Congressional hearings, proposed legislation, and at least a dozen class action lawsuits. In response to the…

5 Privacy Tips for Location-Based Services

The year 2012 is certain to reflect U.S. consumers’ continued love affair with sophisticated smartphones and tablets. One of the driving forces in the popularity of these devices is their ability to run mobile apps…

Join us Feb. 16 for "Privacy in 2012" Seminar and Teleconference

Changes to privacy regulations, such as proposed revisions to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and continuously evolving technologies, including mobile apps with location-based services, can make…