Ad Law Access
CFPB to Collect Information on Mobile Financial Services; Cites Customer Service and Privacy Issues as Areas of Concern
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced today that it would launch an inquiry “into the opportunities and challenges associated with the use of mobile financial services.” The official notice, which…
CPSC Announces $3.1 Million Civil Penalty, Compliance Program for Cinmar
Last Friday, the CPSC announced that it had reached a settlement agreement with Cinmar LLC, resolving allegations that the company knowingly failed to report a defect involving its Frontgate foldaway step ladders.…
Think Your Mobile App Can Avoid the ADA? Well, Think Again...
The Department of Justice continues to aggressively pursue its enforcement agenda when it comes to ensuring that websites are accessible to persons with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”).…
Jennifer Love Hewitt Sues Over Use of Her Image
Jennifer Love Hewitt doesn't love The Marz Group or its vitamin sprays. In fact, last week, the actress sued the company for using her image in ads without authorization. The Marz Group spent a few minutes in the…
"Psychological Commitment" as a Basis for a Promotional Pricing Lawsuit?
Class action plaintiffs continue to explore new theories under state promotional pricing statutes. Last week, a plaintiff filed a class action complaint against Gap Inc. in California state court, alleging that the…