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FTC Invites Comments for Green Guides Review
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it is seeking public comment on the Green Guides for the Use of Environmental Claims (Green Guides) as it considers potential updates.
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Vonage To Pay $100 Million To Settle FTC Action Regarding Dark Patterns and Junk Fees
Key Updates
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) settled with internet phone service provider Vonage for allegedly using dark patterns to make it difficult for customers to cancel their phone service, charging unnecessary fees, and continuing to charge c
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FTC Explores Potential Regulations To Prohibit “Junk” Fees
Key Update:
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is considering rulemaking to curb unfair and deceptive fees.
- The FTC seeks comments on the effects of such fees and the methods companies may employ to impose them.
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New Bill Seeks To Establish Digital Accessibility Requirements for Websites and Apps
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth and U.S.
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FTC Issues New Dark Patterns Report and Signals Further Enforcement
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), on September 15, 2022, published Bringing Dark Patterns to Light (Dark Patterns Report), which stemmed from an FTC
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FTC and CARU Target Advertising to Children in the Digital Age
Key Update:
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Sticker Shock: FTC Enforces “Made in USA” Labeling Rule
Key Takeaways:
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Justice Department to Issue First-Ever Rules on Web Accessibility Under the ADA
The U.S.
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FTC Seeking Public Input to Modernize Digital Advertising Guidance
On June 3, 2022, the FTC made a request for comments about .com disclosures, including the increased use of dark patterns, manipulative user interface design, and other forms of digital deception that pose unique risks to consumers online and in the mobile space.
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Supreme Court Reinstates Injunction Against Texas Social Media Law
In a 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court vacated the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit's stay of a temporary injunction in NetChoice, LLC v. Paxton, a closely watched case involving a novel Texas law purporting to bar "social media platforms" from engaging in "viewpoint" discrimination.
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Chambers & Partners Recognizes Perkins Coie’s Advertising Practice
We are proud to announce that Chambers & Partners has recognized Perkins Coie's Advertising: Transactional & Regulatory Nationwide practice as one of the premier practices in the field.
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FTC Proposes Updated Guidance for Influencer and Consumer Review Programs
To encourage transparency and compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act and address current practices and trends, the FTC first published the Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (Guides) in 1980 and then amended them in 2009.
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FTC Seeks to Enforce “Made in USA” Labeling Rule in Complaint Against Battery Seller
Key Takeaways:
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The Ninth Circuit Addresses Website Design for Enforceable Terms of Service
Many companies use browsewrap or related sign-in agreements to present their terms of service for consumer acceptance.
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Justice Department Issues ADA Web Accessibility Guidance
On March 18, 2022, the U.S.