Ad Law Access

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

Ad Law Access Podcast: Making it in the USA – When Product Origin and Origin Marketing Claims Matter

Kelley Drye

“Made in the USA” claims have taken on an even greater importance as American manufacturing has captivated the political discussion. Recently FTC Commissioner Chopra released a statement calling for more stringent…

FTC Launches Two More Actions under the Consumer Review Fairness Act, Requires Companies to Stop Restricting Reviews through Form Contracts

The FTC today announced two new actions under the Consumer Review Fairness Act against companies (CRFA) that allegedly used non-disparagement provisions in consumer form contracts in connection with selling their…

The Ad Law Access Podcast Now Available in Apple Podcasts

Kelley Drye

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP announced the launch of the Ad Law Access podcast – a new podcast from its advertising law and privacy law groups. Hosted by Kelley Drye attorneys, including Christie Grymes Thompson, Alysa…

A Potential New Fight Over FTC's 13(b) Authority

On May 17, AdvoCare International LP, marketer of “innovative nutritional, weight-management and sports performance products,” made the extraordinary announcement that it was abandoning its business model. It would no…

FTC Tells Congress it Will Explore Tougher Penalties for Made in USA Fraud; Agency Plans Workshop

Kelley Drye

On May 9, the Federal Trade Commission Chairman and Commissioners testified before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce on a number of issues. Reaffirming a…