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When the FTC Comes Calling…
A new article published by the Household and Personal Products Industry (HAPPI), “ When the FTC Comes Calling… ”, explains how to handle product claim investigations. The article outlines what companies can expect in…
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…
Senate Confirms Two New CPSC Commissioners
Late Thursday night, the Senate confirmed President Obama’s two appointments to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC” or “Commission”), Marietta S. Robinson and former Representative Ann Marie Buerkle. The…
White House Nominates New CPSC Commissioner and CPSC Adds Director of Compliance and Field Operations
With a looming departure date for Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC" or "Commission") Commissioner Nancy Nord that would leave the CPSC without a quorum, the Obama Administration announced last week the…
Mandated Compliance Programs as the New Normal? Williams-Sonoma Agrees to $987,000 CPSC Civil Penalty & Comprehensive Compliance Program
The tide continues to rise for Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) civil penalties as the Commission announces a $987,000 penalty against Williams-Sonoma, Inc. and the company’s agreement to implement an…