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Rebecca Lederhouse

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In brief If you sell goods and services to consumers through automatically renewing payment plans, free or discounted trials that convert into full plans, or other “negative option features” that interpret a consumer’s silence as permission to keep charging them (collectively, “recurring subscriptions”), you should monitor and consider submitting comments on the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC’s”) proposed Negative Option Rule. The proposed rule would impose detailed transparency, consent, simple cancellation and annual reminder requirements on companies…

In today’s digital economy, companies are seeking ways to leverage the data they collect. From contracts to privacy and intellectual property, there are many issues at stake for which businesses should seek guidance to avoid common pitfalls and adhere to best practices. Another equally relevant business opportunity: using influencers on social media to boost brand recognition and sales. This session will also cover the mistakes to avoid in the increasingly scrutinized field of influencer advertising,…