We're thrilled to present a special Spring edition of Kattison Avenue, which delves into highlights and takeaways from the recent Katten-hosted Association of National Advertisers (ANA) 1-Day Conference in our New York...more
One of the worst-kept secrets among the plaintiffs’ bar is that claims like “pure” and “natural” on consumer-product labels can lead to class-action claims. Two recent court decisions denying motions to dismiss underscore the...more
During the ANA Advertising Law One Day Conference at Katten’s New York office on March 20, Intellectual Property Partners Kristin Achterhof and Michael Justus, who leads the firm’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Working Group,...more
During the recent ANA Advertising Law 1-Day Conference at Katten’s New York office, Laura Brett, Vice President of the National Advertising Division (NAD) at BBB National Programs, confirmed that NAD is currently reviewing...more
Advertisers wishing to emphasize their environmental progressiveness often assert that their products or processes are "carbon neutral." This is meant to convey that there are no net emissions of carbon associated with the...more
Do You Really Intend to Offer NFTs, Digital Collectibles and Virtual Goods? If Not, No Trademark -
The NFT explosion has led to a “gold rush” of thousands of new US trademark applications covering NFT-based digital files,...more
A bigger question may be: how do companies prominently disclose ad content in a limitless space?
The metaverse virtual world is a shiny new sandbox for brands to play in. Just as sponsored content dominates social media,...more
Kattison Avenue examines the latest topics in advertising law affecting today's advertisers, advertising and promotions agencies, technology developers, content producers and entertainment companies.
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is ramping up enforcement of deceptive advertising with formal notices to new industries, to companies using influencers and by harking back to notices it released more than 50 years ago....more
Kattison Avenue examines the latest topics in advertising law affecting today's advertisers, advertising and promotions agencies, technology developers, content producers and entertainment companies.
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On October 13, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) put more than 700 US companies on notice not to deceive consumers by, among other things, falsely claiming an endorsement by a third party, misrepresenting that an endorser is...more
Kattison Avenue examines the latest topics in advertising law affecting today’s advertisers, advertising and promotions agencies, technology developers, content producers and entertainment companies.
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Kattison Avenue examines the latest topics in advertising law affecting today’s advertisers, advertising and promotions agencies, technology developers, content producers and entertainment companies.
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Gambling With Graffiti: Using Street Art on Goods or in Advertising Comes With Significant Risks -
Graffiti. Guerrilla Art. Street Art. Aerosol Art. Tagging. It appears on the sides of buildings, highway signs, boundary...more
8/5/2020
/ Acquired Distinctiveness ,
Advertising ,
Appeals ,
Booking.com ,
Domain Name Registration ,
Domain Names ,
Gambling ,
Generic Marks ,
Illegal Gambling ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
Lanham Act ,
Marketing ,
Online Gaming ,
Price Gouging ,
SCOTUS ,
Trademark Registration ,
Trademarks ,
United States Patent and Trademark Office v Booking.com BV ,
USPTO
The Katten Kattwalk discusses legal issues in the fashion industry affecting the trademarks, patents and copyrights associated with companies, brands and products.
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6/8/2018
/ Advertising ,
Class Action ,
Corporate Branding ,
False Advertising ,
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ,
Health Claims ,
Issue Preclusion ,
Product Labels ,
Product Packaging ,
Self-Certification ,
Slogans ,
Trademark Registration ,
Trademark Trial and Appeal Board ,
Trademarks