Made in the USA Claims and Consumer Surveys “Made in the USA” claims frequently comes under regulatory scrutiny by the FTC. Where jewelry is made from recycled or repurposed metals, whether it is made in...
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Copyright Infringement in Fashion: ‘Not So Fast,’ Says Fast Fashion House Zara
Overview The Zara fashion brand filed a trademark infringement suit against Thiliko for marketing items manufactured by Zara as its own and using Zara marketing materials as its own. How can consumer surveys make or...
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NAD Molson Coors Decision: Brewing Beer Claims
Beer is an increasingly competitive industry, with 9,247 breweries in operation at the end of 2021 alone, a number that quadrupled in a decade, according to the Brewer’s Association. As the number of breweries grows,...
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NAD Decision Further Clarifies Stance on Green Claim Substantiation
The NAD made a routine inquiry into “green” claims about bottle recycling made by the American Beverage Association. The results of its inquiry and recommendations were mixed, but the inquiry shows a commitment by the...
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How Brands Can “Intuit” That They Need a Consumer Survey to Substantiate Claims
Intuit, manufacturer of TurboTax, advertises that you can file your taxes for free. In March of 2022, the Federal Trade Commission filed a complaint against Intuit because most U.S. tax filers do not qualify for...
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