Ad Law Access
NAD Addresses Disclosures in Native Ads
As part of its monitoring program, the NAD recently reviewed an editorial in Shape Magazine that promoted the benefits of certain SHAPE-branded products. The NAD was concerned that promoting the products in that format…
Apple to Pay at Least $32.5 Million in Refunds for Unauthorized In-App Purchases
Today, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC” or “Commission”) announced a settlement with technology giant Apple Inc., which will require the company to pay at least $32.5 million in refunds to consumers that the…
Patent Troll Sues FTC for Accusing it of Being a Patent Troll?
Yesterday, a suspected “patent troll” filed suit in Texas federal court against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleging that the FTC unlawfully interfered with its constitutional right to identify and seek redress…
New ADA Lawsuit Could Lead to Requirements for all Retailers
Last year, we posted that Department of Justice will soon address the applicability of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) to private retailers offering goods and services to the public online. This month,…
Beware the “Industry Sweep”: Car Dealerships Hit with FTC Enforcement
As we reported previously, the FTC, in September, announced settlements with two car dealerships over price advertising alleged to be deceptive. At that time, the FTC noted that the two settlements were “part of [a]…