Advertising law Blog

Google/DoubleClick Deal Repercussions

Andrew B. Lustigman — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 09:00:01 -0500

The FTC's decision not to challenge Google's planned acquisition of DoubleClick on antitrust grounds opens the door for a potential merger that would combine the industry leaders in targeted portal and third-party advertising.

FTC and Seven States Sue Payment Processor

Andrew B. Lustigman — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:00:02 -0500

The FTC announced on December 11, 2007, that it along with seven state attorneys general filed suit in federal court against Your Money Access, LLC, a payment processor and its principals with violating federal and state laws by debiting, or attempting to debit from consumers' bank accounts on behalf of alleged fraudulent telemarketers and Internet-based merchants.

Substantial Discount on 11/27 E-mail Conference For Non-Lawyers

Andrew B. Lustigman — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 09:00:03 -0500

As of yesterday, there are now a limited number of spaces at a substantial discount at the 11/27/07 e-mail law and self-regulation half-day conference in lower Manhattan that I'm chairing and that The Lustigman Firm is sponsoring.

Attorney General Settles with Dealer and Ad Firm for Deceptive Auto Marketing

Andrew B. Lustigman — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 09:00:04 -0500

On October 29, 2007 the Washington Attorney General announced settlements with an auto dealer and an advertising firm accused of using deceptive promotions to sell cars.

Lead Generation Industry Must Take Notice Of FTC Settlement with Ameriquest

Andrew B. Lustigman — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 09:00:05 -0500

On October 7, 2007 the FTC announced six settlements with companies and individuals accused of violating the requirements of the National Do Not Call Registry.

Response Magazine Dietary Supplement cGMPs Article Now Online

Andrew B. Lustigman — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 09:00:06 -0500

The Response Magazine article "New FDA Dietary Supplement Rule Presents Challenges" is now available here.

FTC Pledges Not to Drop Numbers From Do Not Call Registry, Pending Final Congressional or Agency Action

Andrew B. Lustigman — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 09:00:07 -0400

On October 23, in testimony before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection of the Energy and Commerce Committee, Bureau of Consumer Protection Director Lydia Parnes stated that, even though the initial entries by consumers in the Do Not Call registry would soon hit their 5-year expiration date, it would not purge any numbers until final Congressional or agency action to determine whether that 5-year period should be extended.

New York Fur Labeling Law To Take Effect

Andrew B. Lustigman — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:00:08 -0400

On August 15, 2007, New York Governor Elliot Spitzer signed into law an amendment to the New York General Business Law in relation to selling and manufacturing of fur-bearing articles of clothing.

Andrew Lustigman to Present on Clinical Substantation Evidence

Andrew B. Lustigman — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:00:09 -0400

On October 17, 2007, Andrew Lustigman will be co-presenting a workshop entitled "Workding With Experts To Prove Clinical Studies Claims."

Lustigman to Present On List Manager/Supplier Liability at Avrick/DMA Chicago

Andrew B. Lustigman — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:00:10 -0400

Sheldon Lustigman will present a legal forum at the Avrick Direct DMA breakfast on October 15, 2007 at 8 am in Chicago The presentation will focus on the legal responsibilities of list owners, list managers and list brokers and new developments in direct marketing law. Contact Avrick Direct for more information.