CommLaw Monitor

News and analysis from Kelley Drye’s communications practice group

Retailers Get a Forbearance Period for Previously-Exempt Fur

Pursuant to an enforcement policy the FTC announced earlier today, retailers of fur products that were previously subject to the $150 exemption under the Fur Products Labeling Act (“Fur Act”) will not have to pull…

FTC Settles Case Involving Misleading Endorsements in Social Media

This morning, the FTC announced a settlement with a company that sells guitar lesson DVDs using social media. According to the complaint, the company recruited affiliates to promote its courses through endorsements. In…

FDA Warning Letter Cites FTC Act and Further Confirms Cooperation Between Agencies

On February 1, 2011, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning letter to dietary supplement maker Tennessee Scientific, Inc., relating to a number of product claims on the company’s website. The letter…

Insights from Kelley Drye's 3rd Annual Privacy Seminar

On January 21, 2011, Kelley Drye & Warren hosted the seminar and audiocast, "Privacy By Design, Choice, and Transparency: What a New Framework Will Mean for Business and Technology." The seminar highlighted key…

Insights from Kelley Drye's 3rd Annual Privacy Seminar

On January 21, 2011, Kelley Drye & Warren hosted the seminar and audiocast, "Privacy By Design, Choice, and Transparency: What a New Framework Will Mean for Business and Technology." The seminar highlighted key…