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CDAFA: What Is It And Why Now?
California's Comprehensive Data Access and Fraud Act (CDAFA) is emerging as a powerful tool in privacy litigation, but what exactly does this 1989 statute regulate? As plaintiffs increasingly leverage CDAFA claims against companies using third-party tracking scripts and cookies, courts are grappling with ambiguous statutory language while allowing disgorgement theories of injury to proceed—creating new litigation risks for businesses in the digital advertising space.
United States Privacy
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Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz
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FCC Proposes Sweeping New “Call Center Onshoring” Rules Affecting Telecom, VoIP, Broadband, Cable, And Direct Broadcast Satellite Providers
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed sweeping new regulations that would fundamentally reshape how telecommunications, VoIP, broadband, cable, and satellite providers conduct customer service operations. These rules would impose strict limitations on foreign call center usage, mandate English proficiency standards, require sensitive transactions to be handled exclusively by U.S.-based representatives, and prohibit operations in foreign adversary nations.
United States Media & IT
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Roth Jackson
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Is “Material Contribution” To Another’s Infringement Enough To Establish Liability For Contributory Copyright Infringement?
The Supreme Court's recent decision to vacate a copyright infringement judgment against an ISP provider has reignited debate over the legal standard for contributory copyright liability. At the heart of this case lies a fundamental question: can internet service providers be held liable simply for materially contributing to their subscribers' infringement, or must they actively induce such violations?
United States IP
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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
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AI Efficiency Does Not Equal Legal Protection For Your Brand (Video)
Generative AI tools can accelerate branding, but without proper legal safeguards, businesses risk trademark disputes, false advertising claims, and costly rebrands. Understanding how to maintain human control, clear brand elements, substantiate claims, and implement review processes is essential for companies leveraging AI in their marketing and brand development efforts.
United States Technology
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Taft Stettinius & Hollister
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What Brands, Agencies And Creators Need To Know About The New Responsible Influence Certification Program
The Center for Industry Self-Regulation's Institute for Responsible Influence has launched a groundbreaking certification program aimed at restoring trust in the $37 billion creator economy. Through mandatory training, examination, and ongoing monitoring, the program seeks to address consumer skepticism and regulatory uncertainty while establishing new standards for transparency and authenticity in influencer marketing.
United States Media & IT
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Loeb & Loeb LLP
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