Class action suits by consumers continue to be on the rise, especially in the false advertising area. Some recent rulings, especially in districts that have not been traditional class-action hotbeds, have made them more attractive to plaintiffs. But there are still effective strategies for defending these cases.

Foley Hoag presents a webinar covering hot topics related to false advertising class actions, including:

  • Subject matter of recent false advertising class actions
  • Current tactics being used by plaintiff counsel to overcome obstacles to consumer class certification
  • Developments in the case law relating to certification of multi-state classes and claims for injunctive relief
  • Practical guidance on managing and defending consumer false advertising class actions
  • Proper use of arbitration clauses to prevent class certification

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