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FTC Releases Proposed Framework For Protecting Consumer Privacy
This post was written by the Kelley Drye & Warren Privacy and Information Security Practice Group . Today, the FTC issued its highly-anticipated preliminary staff report on privacy, “ Protecting Consumer Privacy in…
The Importance of Identifying the Correct Relief in FTC Litigation
For nearly 30 years, the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") has sought, and federal courts have awarded, monetary redress for consumers in actions brought under Section 13(b) of the Federal Trade Commission Act ("FTC…
ABA Consumer Protection Conference Open for Registration
Hot off the presses -- registration for the ABA Consumer Protection Conference (Feb. 3, 2011, Washington DC) is now open! There is limited seating, so early registration is encouraged. The all-star line-up of speakers…
FTC Releases Proposed Changes and New Guidance to The Green Guides
This week, the FTC issued its proposed revisions to the " Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims " (the "Green Guides") and announced that it will be accepting public comment on the Proposed Guides until…
FTC Closes Data Security Investigation of P2P Software Provider
On August 19, 2010, FTC staff closed an investigation into Limewire, LLC. Limewire provides both a free and purchasable version of P2P software. Based on the staff's closing letter, available here, the investigation…