Ad Law Access Podcast

Providing updates and analysis on advertising, marketing, and privacy / data security law.

NAD Addresses List” Prices and Limited Time” Offers

Class action suits over inflated “list” and “strikethrough” prices are on the rise—but now competitors are getting involved too. In a recent NAD case, Etekcity challenged Renpho’s use of inflated “list” prices on…

AGs Fight to Keep Kids SAFE

Two state attorneys general are taking major steps to tighten online age verification and protect minors. Florida’s AG filed lawsuits against adult content sites under the state’s new Age Verification Law, while New…

Trade Associations Urge Congress to Address Penny Shortage

With the U.S. Mint no longer producing pennies and supplies running out nationwide, retailers and restaurants are pushing Congress to approve the Common Cents Act—a bill that would round cash transactions to the…

Court Approves $1.5 Million Settlement in Greenwashing Case

A California federal court has approved a $1.5 million settlement resolving claims that Rust-Oleum misled consumers with “non-toxic” and “Earth Friendly” labels on its Krud Kutter products. The case highlights the…

Philadelphia Fires a Major Legal Salvo Against Two Companies Over Recyclable” Claims

The City of Philadelphia has sued S.C. Johnson & Son and Bimbo Bakeries, alleging they misled consumers about the recyclability of plastic bags by using symbols like “chasing arrows” and How2Recycle labels. The City…