The minimum wage legislation was a done deal but had minimal impact for two reasons: (1) many states increased their minimum wages effective January 1st; and (2) a …
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Federal Trade Commission and Predatory Payment Practices
Like other businesses, Internet marketers get into Federal Trade Commission (FTC) trouble when their payment terms aren't idiot-proof. When in doubt, assume your consumer has a fourth grade …
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Federal Trade Commission and Buzz Marketing
A type of endorsement or testimonial that can land your Internet business into hot water with the Federal Trade Commission is known as buzz marketing.Trying to create a buzz marketing online …
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The Two Deadly Internet Marketing Sins
Few things you can do raise red flags with the FTC like (a) unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent advertising and (b) predatory payment practices.Unfair, Deceptive or Fraudulent AdvertisingThis …
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Internet Lawyer: Federal Trade Commission and State Laws
In addition to the federal consumer protection laws enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), you have to be concerned with similar laws in each state where you do business. Talk with your …
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Federal Trade Commission Spin Can Kill Your Business
The Federal Trade Commission is skilled at public relations and "protecting consumers" is a newsworthy event. This means that a trial or a consent order isn't the end of your ordeal.Instead, a …
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