DISLCAIMER: There are attorneys out there that dedicate their professional careers to primarily servicing the Hemp and medical marijuana sectors both at the state and national levels. I’m not one of them. If anything in the article is off, I want to hear about it so we can provide updates. Summary: CBD cannot be marketed […]
Around this time last year, we wrote an article about a Fifth Circuit decision that would have made pyramid class action litigation nearly an impossibility. After deciding to rehear the case, the Fifth Circuit recognized the logical fallacy of its prior decision and came to a different (and in my opinion) correct conclusion. The full court decision is here. We’re not […]
After a two year investigation, Herbalife has agreed to pay a $200 million fine to the FTC and act in accordance with prescribed measures. With this morning’s announcement of a settlement, investors and proponents/opponents of the MLM industry alike are attempting to process what it all means for the Company’s future. Before we provide you an in-depth analysis […]
I’m extremely proud to announce that our firm, Thompson Burton PLLC, recently received an award from The Academy of Multilevel Marketing (“TAMM”). Taken from TAMM’s website: TAMM’s mission is to recognize and reward industry leaders in all categories of business who exhibit the “best of the best.” Spearheaded by friend and industry advocate Len Clements, […]
In a society that places a strong emphasis on appearance and in a country where a high percentage of Americans struggle with their weight, the U.S. market for weight–loss products is a booming industry. The FTC, along with other local and state consumer protection agencies, has recently started aggressively enforcing inappropriate claims for weight–loss products. […]
Skincare has been a staple category in the network marketing industry for generations. In 2013, the DSA reported that over 20% of all revenue came via the “personal care” category. As the population continues to grow and people continue to age, these numbers are sure to increase. As my grandmother used to frequently say, “Getting […]
