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08.09.12

FTC Asked to Investigate Gatorade “Flu Game” Ad

In a letter to the Federal Trade Commission requesting an investigation and a corrective advertising campaign, the Public Health Advocacy Institute called Pepsi’s “Win from Within” television commercial and Web site deceptive, saying it could create an unreasonable risk of harm.


08.07.12

Can a Tennessee Titan Seek Workers' Comp in California?

Football is a violent game, and many of the warriors who play it professionally find their careers cut short by brutal injuries. 


08.03.12

Safeguarding Patient-Generated Health Information Created or Shared Through Mobile Devices

Mobile health technologies are increasingly becoming a valuable tool for improving the quality and efficiency of healthcare. 


08.02.12

Consumer Awareness of Behavioral Advertising Rises—But So Does Concern

A new study found that public awareness of the advertising industry’s self-regulatory program remains low, although it rose over last year.


08.01.12

The Changing Capital Landscape for Community Banks

The federal bank regulatory agencies have jointly issued notices of proposed rulemaking which would introduce sweeping new capital regulations affecting all community banks.


07.30.12

California Proposes (Again) Safer Consumer Product Regulations

On July 27, 2012, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) formally reproposed its Safer Consumer Products regulations, aka the "Green Chemistry" regulations.


07.27.12

Report: Google to Pay $22.5 Million Fine to FTC Over Privacy Violations Summit

Google will settle charges that it violated the privacy of millions of consumers to the tune of $22.5 million, according to a recent report in The Wall Street Journal.


07.25.12

To Appeal, or Not to Appeal: Good Faith Settlement Determinations

In lawsuits involving multiple defendants, it is not unusual for the plaintiff to settle with one or more of the defendants as the lawsuit progresses. 


07.24.12

Income Tax Update: Why 2012 Is a Great Year to Make a Philanthropic Gift

On June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court ruled that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is constitutional.


07.24.12

Income Tax Update: Why 2012 Is a Great Year to Make a Philanthropic Gift

On June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court ruled that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is constitutional. In so ruling, the Supreme Court confirmed that Congress has the power to require healthcare coverage for 30 million people who might otherwise be uninsured.