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Google Buzz Settlement Includes Two Privacy Settlement "Firsts" for the FTC
Google has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) claims alleging that the 2010 launch of Google Buzz, a social networking feature linking Gmail users with other people on Google’s network, involved…
Hold the Tweets: Why Marketers of Consumer Health Products Should Watch For FDA's Policy on Social Media
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to issue guidance and possibly regulations regarding use of social media. These policies will only be enforceable on marketers of prescription drugs and restricted…
Be Careful What you Tweet
Last week, we posted about a settlement in a lawsuit over comments made in Twitter posts. This week, we’ve learned about three other instances in which tweets have gotten people into trouble. NBA referee William…
FTC Settles Case Involving Misleading Endorsements in Social Media
This morning, the FTC announced a settlement with a company that sells guitar lesson DVDs using social media. According to the complaint, the company recruited affiliates to promote its courses through endorsements. In…
Courtney Love Settles Twitter Lawsuit
While the entertainment world is talking about Charlie Sheen’s posts on Twitter, another celebrity’s Twitter posts are getting attention in the legal world. This week, Courtney Love agreed to pay more than $430,000 to…