Ad Law Access

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

Acting Chair Rebecca Slaughter and Chamber of Commerce Spar Over a New 13(b)

Recently, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce published a letter to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Congressional Committee currently working on draft language for a new Section 13(b) of the FTC…

Fashion Sustainability Claims Can’t Shake Scrutiny

With Earth Day in April, it’s not a surprise that sustainability claims in the clothing industry have been in the limelight this spring. Actions in both the U.S. and overseas are a reminder to fashion retailers of the…

Smart (CA) TVs Are Listening: California Assembly Passes Voice Recognition Device Bill Headed to Senate

Smart (CA) TVs Are Listening: California Assembly Passes Voice Recognition Device Bill Headed to Senate The California Assembly recently passed AB-1262 updating an existing law to further limit the use of personal…

Privacy Litigation Trend: The Latest on Session Replay Lawsuits, and Practical Considerations for Risk Mitigation

Over the last few months, a wave of consumers have filed putative class action complaints against a long list of consumer-facing website owners/operators and their software providers alleging invasion of privacy rights…

FTC Nominee Lina Khan Sails through Committee with Bipartisan Support While Chopra Awaits Senate Vote for CFPB Director

The Senate Commerce Committee today voted overwhelmingly to move forward with Lina Khan’s nomination as FTC Commissioner, signaling that Khan is likely to ultimately be confirmed as the youngest Commissioner ever at…