Bogus Online Reviews: The Case of the Competitor
Online trade libel lawsuits are on the rise thanks to consumer review websites like Yelp, Ripoff Report, and TripAdvisor. The...
Marketing Defamation: A New Type Of Online Business Libel
Dust off that deerstalker and limber your legal mind — for a fascinating libel lawsuit is afoot! Video streaming company,...
Hey Tech Startups! Ever Think About Basing Your Business In Estonia?
Is Estonia the right jurisdiction to register your online startup or business? They sure hope so. Estonian officials want a...
Trade Libel Case Study: Web Development Firms v. SMBs
In this post: Review of an online trade libel lawsuit involving a Web / SEO companyExplanation of the difference between...
4 Defenses That DIDN’T Work In An FTC Marketing Lawsuit
If you’re an online marketer, who pushes the legal envelope, read up on people who’ve been caught – because that...
Business v. Business Defamation & Unfair Competition
A North Carolina jury ruled in favor of a software company that sued a competitor for unfair competition and business...
Lexmark v. Static Control: SCOTUS’ False Advertising Standard
SCOTUS made a big decision concerning the Lanham Act. A recent Supreme Court decision marks a change in false advertising case...
Startup Operating Agreements: A 5-Minute Overview
You’ve got a startup and you’re serious about doing things the right way. So, first things first: Get an operating...
JOBS Act: More Startup Opportunities?
Dubbed the “Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act,” the Jobs Act democratized the way companies can market investment opportunities. Startups Can...
Buying Online Reviews Is Risky: A Case Study
Is buying online reviews against the law? New York’s Attorney General says, yes, purchasing reviews flies in the face of...