PODCAST: Williams Mullen's Trending Now: An IP Podcast - Advertising & Customer Engagement in the Digital Age - Customer Reviews and Response
New Developments in the World of Section 230
PATIENT PRIVACY IN AN ERA OF SOCIAL MEDIA
Are websites legally responsible for content posted by their users?
Stealth Lawyer: Zach Abramowitz, 'Blogcaster'
This year’s Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco gave Fenwick’s Games Group an inside look at how triple-A publishers and indie studios alike are tackling the challenges that come with chilled market conditions...more
As in-game economies evolve, the complexity surrounding virtual goods and services, content creation, and payment structures deepens. As part of this ongoing series on in-game economies, this installment explores issues...more
Email marketing can be a powerful means of bringing in new and repeat business for law firms. When executed properly, email marketing is a highly targeted and personalized strategy for firms to remain top of mind and build...more
Video game companies are often eager to adopt new technologies, like artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance player experiences. However, stricter privacy and AI regulations require companies to take extra precautions to...more
Social media safety is very much in the news these days, with policymakers unleashing a torrent of legislation to protect children online, such as age verification measures, parental consent mandates, data privacy...more
In the last month, Ofcom, the regulator tasked with enforcing the UK’s Online Safety Act (OSA), has published guidance enacting requirements under the OSA to carry out illegal harms risk assessments and children’s access...more
In a rare unanimous decision, on January 17, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a law that bans TikTok in the United States on national security grounds so long as it has its current ownership structure. TikTok chose to make the...more
In Ryan v. X Corp., a Northern District of California court held that Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act immunized X (formerly Twitter) against claims arising from suspension of a user’s account, notwithstanding...more
In an era of content creation, social media influencers are tasked with the creative job of building a personal brand to influence the general public’s purchasing decisions and lifestyle choices. Creating a brand identity...more
“This status quo cannot continue.” With these words, the UK government has made it clear that changes to the AI regulatory regime are on the horizon. The recently published consultation on AI and copyright underscores how...more
The digital age has rocketed content creators to the forefront of entrepreneurship. Content creators often do more than create content; they build lucrative online presences that serve as platforms for diverse businesses...more
Social media can be a powerful business tool to connect with customers, but improperly managing your social media platforms can lead to costly mistakes, PR nightmares, and even legal troubles. Whether you’re a small business...more
The problem is simple: low engagement means missed opportunities to connect with potential clients, weakened brand presence, and, ultimately, a marketing strategy that fails to deliver results. It’s frustrating to see your...more
You’ve put in the time, effort, and resources, but your marketing still isn’t delivering the results you expected. Sound familiar? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Before you start overhauling everything, let’s take a beat and...more
As a whirlwind 2024 draws to a close, we here at BakerHostetler are reflecting on the promotions trends we’ve seen this year and what we predict you will see more of in 2025. Below, we pinpoint those trends and share some...more
Courts around the country are grappling with Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Section 230 generally shields online platforms from liability for content posted by third-party users, but courts are now deciding if...more
As the race to innovate in artificial intelligence (AI) intensifies, tech giant Google unveils its latest tool, SynthID Text. Released through open-source platforms such as Hugging Face and integrated into Google’s...more
Getting more followers on social media may be an important goal for your law firm. That’s because a growing number of followers is a sign of expanding reach and exposure. As your firm scales, you should see a similar trend...more
As proliferation of harmful content online has increasingly become easier and more accessible through social media, review websites and other online public forums, businesses and politicians have pushed to reform and limit...more
This past spring, amidst the planning for our 25th-anniversary celebration, Team LISI took a moment to reflect on the significant changes in the digital marketing landscape over the past quarter century. Jason Lisi, our CEO...more
Political pressure increasing on social media companies to police their platforms - Over the course of a week in August, the UK experienced widespread civil unrest with crimes such as rioting, vandalism, looting and...more
In the legal industry, you’re essentially selling your knowledge. It’s important to create credible content that positions you as a thought leader -both to generate leads and to prove your trustworthiness. However, too many...more
As a content creator, your brand is your livelihood. You work tirelessly to create engaging content, build your audience, and attract partnerships with brands. But amidst the creativity and hustle, there’s one critical aspect...more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a new Final Rule (the “Rule”) on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, targeting unfair and deceptive acts or practices specifically related to consumer reviews and testimonials, allowing the...more