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California Pharmacies Put on Notice: California’s Pharmacy Transaction Notice Requirement

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As of January 1, 2025, parties to transactions involving pharmacies located in California may also need to file a written notice with the California Attorney General. Assembly Bill 853 (AB 853), codified at Part 14 to...more

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The Amazon Regrows: DC High Court Revives Suit Against Amazon’s Pricing Practices

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On August 22, 2024, the DC Court of Appeals revived a suit brought by the District of Columbia Attorney General’s Office (DC AG) against Amazon. The suit, which the superior court previously dismissed, alleges that Amazon’s...more

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Oldies but Not Goodies - Plaintiffs Put New Digital Spin on Song-Beverly

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Over the past few months, a wave of new lawsuits has been filed in California state court against online retailers alleging violations of California’s Song-Beverly Credit Card Act, Cal. Civ. Code § 1747.08 (“Song-Beverly”)....more

Womble Bond Dickinson

Inbox Overload: Massachusetts Lawsuits Target Online Retailers’ Email Collection

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The Massachusetts’ Consumer Privacy in Commercial Transactions Act (the “Act”) limits companies’ ability to request and collect personal identification information (“PII”) that is not required for a transaction. The Act does...more

Lathrop GPM

Illinois Federal Court Denies Alcohol Distributors’ Motion to Dismiss Online Competitor’s Complaint for Alleged Violations of...

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An Illinois federal court recently denied a motion by Southern Glazer Wine and Spirits, LLC and Republic National Distributing Company, LLC (RNDC) to dismiss various claims for violations of state and federal antitrust and...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

Online Retailers Face Lawsuits for IP Address Collection During Transactions Under The Song Beverly Act

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In the latest iteration of privacy claims, California plaintiffs have begun filing lawsuits against online retailers using online tracking technologies to collect IP addresses under a new theory—plaintiffs allege such...more

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More Changes Under Consideration For Prop. 65 Short-Form Warnings

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The California agency that administers Proposition 65 is considering further revisions to the regulations governing the use and format of the short-form warning....more

Robins Kaplan LLP

A Dive Into Intellectual Property Liability for E-Commerce Platforms

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Online shopping has become increasingly popular in recent years. E-commerce sales surpassed $6.5 trillion in 2023 and are expected to total over $8.1 trillion by 2026. Convenience of product variety and online competition...more

Hinckley Allen

3 Real Estate Considerations for the New Hybrid Model of Retail

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Once thought to herald the demise of brick and mortar stores, online shopping is proving to be a critical element in the revival of the in-person retail shopping experience. The advent of online shopping forced a substantial...more

MoginRubin LLP

The FTC Requests More Info About Walmart’s $2.3 Billion Vizio Acquisition

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The deal is about data, advertising, and Amazon. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has kicked off an antitrust inquiry into Walmart Inc.’s proposed acquisition of smart TV company Vizio Inc., which the companies announced in...more

Carr Maloney P.C.

Upcoming Application Periods for Cannabis Licenses in DC

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The application process can be tricky and requires a multitude of documents. Current and Upcoming - Monday, May 1, 2023 -Wednesday, May 1, 2024...more

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Medical Cannabis Business License Application Process

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The medical cannabis business license open application period for social equity applicants in the District of Columbia starts at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2024, and ends at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2024....more

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New Strain of Web Tracking Suits Pose Risks For Retailers

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In the latest example of privacy laws being stretched to fit new digital technologies, plaintiffs have begun to file a flurry of suits alleging that retailers are using pen register and trap-and-trace software to illegally...more

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Old Law, New Tricks: Pen Register and Trap and Trace Claims on the Rise

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In the latest example of privacy laws being stretched to fit new digital technologies, plaintiffs have begun to file a flurry of suits alleging that retailers are using “pen register” and “trap and trace” software to...more

Hogan Lovells

2023 Annual Retail and Fashion Holiday Guide

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Amidst the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, retailers are continuing to herald digital mediums to spread holiday cheer to shoppers worldwide. The Hogan Lovells Retail and Fashion team is delighted to bring you our...more

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Consumers’ Economic Anxieties Could Make for a Challenging Holiday Season for Retailers

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The holiday shopping season perennially holds great significance for retailers, and this impact is heightened in 2023 due to shifting consumer behaviors influenced by economic dynamics and evolving preferences. There are...more

K&L Gates LLP

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Flash Sale…? Make Sure You Know the Rules

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With the ubiquitous “Black Friday”—and now “Black Week”—having taken hold in the European Union and the United Kingdom, consumers will currently be inundated with offers and shopping around for the best deal. Retailers should...more

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The INFORM Act Takes Effect Today - What that Means for Retailers

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Today, the hotly-debated and highly-anticipated Integrity, Notification, and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces for Consumers Act (“INFORM Act”) finally takes effect....more

Cozen O'Connor

It’s No Batman, but California Teams up to Stop Organized Retail Crime

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California AG Rob Bonta, along with brick-and-mortar retailers and online marketplaces, adopted an agreement aimed at combatting organized retail crime (ORC). The agreement explains that ORC has increased in California in...more

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Proposed New York Law Seeks Stricter Electronic Marketplace Liability - Retail Did You Know?

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Bill S6437, a bill making its way through the New York State Senate, would purport to place electronic marketplace providers on the same footing as retailers for purposes of New York’s strict liability law. While the law...more

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CFPB Deems Merchant Cash Advances to Be “Credit” Under ECOA

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s adopting release for its small business data collection and reporting rule goes beyond that rule by including a discussion deeming merchant cash advances to be “credit” more...more

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California Supreme Court Lets It Stand That CDTFA Can Decide Who Is and Is Not a Retailer

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On April 26, 2023, the Supreme Court of California declined to review the Second District Court of Appeal’s decision in Grosz v. California Dep’t of Tax & Fee Admin. In the underlying case, Stanley Grosz, a business owner...more

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California’s Retail Market Continues to Show Signs of a Strong Rebound

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Despite concerns before and during the pandemic, the retail space market in California continues to rebound and shows remarkable signs of resiliency. El Warner, Vice Chair of Retail Capital Markets at Collier’s, and Amanda...more

DarrowEverett LLP

The FTC is Turning the Lights On: Dark Patterns Aren't in the Shadows Anymore

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The continued growth and dominance of e-commerce has ushered in a new frontier for businesses. In response to the progressive evolution from brick-and-mortar marketplaces to the current e-commerce dominant landscape,...more

Hogan Lovells

2022 Annual Retail and Fashion Holiday Guide

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The holiday shopping season is upon us once again and this year, much like last year, continues to present unique challenges and opportunities for consumer companies and retailers. In this nearly “post-COVID” environment,...more

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