If you sell, market, or promote anything online, e-commerce law compliance is a must. Our e-commerce lawyers will make sure you're operating on the right side of the legal fence.
We've been working with affiliate marketers and online sellers for years. Our experience in the niche is unparalleled and personal — every client works with an experienced e-commerce attorney.
E-commerce is exactly as the name suggests, "electronic commerce." Any business, person, or animal (looking at you, Geico Lizard) who sells any product or service, via digital means, engages in e-commerce. A significant chunk of the e-commerce pie is "e-tail" -- a.k.a., virtual storefronts. Amazon and other online selling platforms open to third-party participation are a huge part of the e-tail model.
Online sellers and marketers are subject to the same laws, rules, and regulations as every business and promoter in the United States. In addition, they must comply with statutes that directly affect digital aspects of the e-commerce ecosystem, including the (to name just a few) the: Can-SPAM Act, Anticybersquatting Consumer Protect Act (ACPA),Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and Dot Com Disclosures.
E-commerce operations must also adhere to platforms' terms. Amazon, eBay, Jet, and other online retail hubs have very specific rules and noncompliance could result in account suspension.
Amazon is teaming up with law enforcement to battle counterfeiting on the e-commerce platform. Online sellers should click to learn about the major change.
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Twitter suspend Grindr from its ad platform over possible GDPR violations. Learn about the situation and figure out if your brand is at risk for being booted.
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Want to be an online marketer or influencer? Did you know you must adhere to promotional laws and rules? Click through for a guide to the regulations.
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Is eBay Imposing Illegal Sales Tax on Exempt Items? Yes, and it may be the seller's fault. Every Illinois e-commerce operation should read this article.
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The Federal Trade Commission has, once again, turned its attention towards negative option marketing schemes. Jump in to learn more.
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The FTC busted a beauty brand's fake online review scheme. The company was making employees post reviews. Jump in to learn what not to do.
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