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Lustigman and Smith Discuss Drawbacks of Failing to Comply with NAD Advice

Partners Andrew Lustigman and Howard Smith authored an article published by Inside Counsel entitled, "When self-regulatory remedies can be the better alternative."

Read our latest Inside Counsel article by Andrew Lustigman and Howard Smith "When self-regulatory remedies can be the better alternative." The article discusses the consequences of failing to participate in the self-regulatory process and complying with NAD’s recommendation. A recent enforcement action by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against two related skin care and weight loss companies and their principal demonstrates what happens if a marketer fails to participate or accept the NAD’s findings.