Category Archives: FDA

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Stream Decision Overturned: Class action pyramid lawsuit allowed to proceed

    Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV and several national publications, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry.

    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 […]

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    Moving Forward, Here’s What the FTC’s Order Requires Herbalife to Do

      Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV and several national publications, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry.

      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 […]

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      Thompson Burton: Support Company of the Year

        Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV and several national publications, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry.

        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, […]

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        Education on Proper Weight Loss Claims

          Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV and several national publications, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry.

          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. […]

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          Skincare Products: When does marketing cross the line?

            Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV and several national publications, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry.

            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 […]

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            Google to Settle with U.S. Government for $500 Million

              Kevin Thompson is an MLM attorney, proud husband, father of four and a founding member of Thompson Burton PLLC. Named as one of the top 25 most influential people in direct sales, Kevin Thompson has extensive experience to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses on secure legal footing. Recently featured on Bloomberg TV and several national publications, Thompson is a thought-leader in the industry.

              Google has been ordered to fork over $500 million pursuant to a settlement with U.S. government regulators. As reported in the NY Times: “Regulators announced today that Google will pay $500 million to settle government charges that it has illegally shown ads for pharmacies that operate outside the law…”