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Wonji Kerper advises companies on mitigating intellectual property risks with an emphasis on matters involving trademark, copyright, internet, and advertising.

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  • On April 12, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) used its authority under the new Made in USA Labeling Rule to bring a complaint against a battery seller for allegedly misrepresenting that its lithium ion cells were made in the USA, seeking over $100,000 in penalties.
  • The Made in USA Labeling Rule codified pre-existing Made in USA guidance and was enacted in August 2021 to allow the FTC to more easily seek monetary penalties in connection with Made in USA violations.

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Continue Reading FTC Seeks to Enforce “Made in USA” Labeling Rule in Complaint Against Battery Seller

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  • On October 4, 2021, California passed an amended automatic renewal law that will require businesses to follow stricter cancellation and notice requirements for subscription-based products and services.
  • The updated law goes into effect on July 1, 2022.

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Continue Reading California Passes Updated Automatic Renewal Law