A seller who authorizes a third-party telemarketer to market the seller’s goods or services may be held vicariously liable if the telemarketer violates the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), the Federal Communications Commission held in a May 9 declaratory ruling. Full Story
“We can’t all have “geniuses” representing our brand like Apple does, but never underestimate how brands can be personified by the simplest virtual and face-to-face social communication.” Full Story
Cerebral palsy is a disorder that usually occurs during pregnancy or during childbirth. Lack of oxygen to the brain causes brain damage to areas of the brain that regulate muscle movement. Full Story
A few days ago, a Kansas state court entered a default judgment against Bullseye Target Marketing, a Missouri telemarketing company that solicited roofing business in Kansas, in an action brought by the Kansas Attorney General alleging violations of the Kansas No-Call Act (the state analogue to the federal Telemarketing Sales Rule). The court ordered the company to pay $600,000 in penalties. Full Story
On Friday morning, recently signed New York Jets RB Mike Goodson was arrested by Netcong police and charged with marijuana possession and unlawful possession of a handgun. Full Story
Those of you following the challenge to the Department of Labor (“DOL”) tip pooling regulations interpreting the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) may recall the events below. Full Story
The operators of an unregistered commodity pool have been ordered to cough up millions in penalties for running what regulators say was a $28.4 million Ponzi scheme that swindled 2,000 victims. Full Story
When starting your own business, insurance is an important consideration. Protecting your business investment with insurance minimizes the risks that can arise from unforeseen events, liabilities, and losses. Full Story
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