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DarshanTalks PodcastMarketing Due Diligence in Stem cell M&A TransactionsThe stem cell industry is growing rapidly but faces heightened regulatory scrutiny, particularly regarding marketing practices. Recent events highlight this issue: Rebecca Tushnet's blog on state "Little FTC Acts" emphasizes their enforcement power against deceptive marketing, and the guilty plea of a stem cell product manufacturer’s CEO for fraud underscores the stakes involved. Key Considerations for M&A Buyers:1. Legal Landscape: Understanding state and federal regulations is crucial to avoid penalties.2. Marketing Due Diligence: - Review Materials: Scrutinize marketing content for truth...2024-12-3106 minDarshanTalks PodcastMisleading Ads: Ad laws and Consumer Protection for MarketersRebecca Tushnet discusses the potential explores the implications of misleading advertisements, particularly concerning pregnancy clinics. Even true statements can be disparaging if they mislead consumers. Cases like the California lawsuit questioning the use of "Dr." titles. Tushnet examines when products like milk can be labeled as such and scrutinizes claims like "clinically proven" by SlimFast. She also addresses dark patterns, deceptive tactics affecting user behaviour, and the FTC's enforcement of these laws. Additionally, she contrasts the U.S. approach to advertising and good faith with European standards, highlighting challenges like drug subscription cancellations.2024-12-2814 min
Legal Face-offNetanyahu arrest warrant, slip & fall scams, $70,000 engagement ring dispute and much more
European Council on Foreign Relations Senior Policy Fellow Anthony Dworkin explains the ICC’s arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Harvard Law School Professor Rebecca Tushnet discusses who gets a $70,000 engagement ring.
5-time Emmy-winning journalist & host of “Missing on Hulu” Kristin Thorne discusses her investigation of fake slip & fall accidents and their effect on the insurance industry.
In the Legal Grab Bag, Rich and Tina are joined by returning guests Beveridge & Diamond Principal and former Assistant U.S. Attorney Alyse Adamson and Dixon Law Office Founder Grant Dixon III to discuss Jussie...2024-11-2700 min
Bloomberg LawWeekend Law: Prosecuting Parents in Shootings & Engagement Ring FightRebecca Tushnet, a professor at Harvard Law School, discusses the fight over a $70,000 engagement ring after a breakup. Ekow Yankah, a professor at the University of Michigan Law School, discusses prosecuting parents for school shootings by their child. Rick Sofield, a partner at Debevoise & Plimpton, discusses the challenges to the merger of Nipon Steel and US Steel. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-09-1437 min
Scientific Sense ®Prof. Rebecca Tushnet of Harvard on the first amendment, copyright and commercial speech doctrineScientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Rebecca Tushnet is a professor of law at Harvard Law School. Her work currently focuses on copyright, trademark and false advertising law. She is also an expert on the law of engagement rings.
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https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=12024-08-0750 minDarshanTalks PodcastStop Risky Ads: Class Actions Could Cost YouIn this podcast, we discuss the following: Recent updates from the courts in class action lawsuits. Difference between equity and law. Demerging or diverging equity and law. Dictionaries used by courts to interpret contracts. Update on Johnson and Johnson baby powder case (Suing plaintiff’s witnesses for defamation and false advertising) Experts need to be cautious to avoid false advertising allegations against them. Update on Maybelline 24-hour make-up case. (24-hour sunscreen) Rebecca Tushnet is our guest. She is a Harvard Law School professor specializing in copyright, trademark, and advertising law. Let’s get into it.Suppor...2024-05-1322 min