On February 10, 2023, an Illinois federal district court ordered the dismissal of a putative class action lawsuit alleging that an online tool that allowed users to virtually try on sunglasses violated the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act.
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Recall Roundup: April
The Recall Roundup is a monthly survey of regulatory activity affecting the manufacture, distribution, and sale of consumer products. Subject matter may include the latest product recalls, major federal agency developments, and proposed or new federal rules. The blog’s goal is to provide an overview, rather than a comprehensive report on every development that could potentially affect businesses or consumers. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice. If you have questions or comments about the blog, please reach out to the authors.
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Five Questions Retailers Should Ask Themselves When Selling Pesticide Products and Devices
With the busy holiday shopping season underway, retailers should remain vigilant in their efforts to protect consumers and themselves from the risks of selling potentially unsafe, ineffective or misbranded products in violation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s federal pesticide law, the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act.
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“Safer Beauty” Bill Package Targets PFAS, Phthalates, Formaldehyde, and Other Common Chemicals in Cosmetics
A group of Democratic representatives led by Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) have introduced a “Safer Beauty” bill package that would ban certain chemicals in cosmetics and require more ingredient transparency in the supply chain.
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Recall Roundup: January
While the eleven January recalls are summarized below, this first “Roundup” focuses on the evolving use of cashierless technology and what role it may play in the context of product recalls.
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Recall Roundup: July
With the prevalent spread of COVID-19, hand sanitizers have become this spring and summer’s “fidget spinners,” cycling through the process from market shortage to glut in short order. With such a rush to meet the drastic spike in demand, product missteps seem inevitable. Although the Recall Roundup generally focuses on recalls under CPSC jurisdiction, the numerous FDA recalls involving hand sanitizers merits mention here. …
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FTC and FDA Warn e-Liquid Companies to Disclose Hazards and Connections
The FTC and the FDA jointly sent warning letters to four manufacturers of flavored e-liquid products, citing the absence of particular disclosures in paid social media endorsements as potentially in violation of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the FTC Act.
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Consumer Protection in Retail: Weekly Roundup
This past week, several consumer actions made headlines that affect the retail industry. Continue reading for our roundup. …
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Consumer Protection in Retail: Weekly Roundup
This past week, several consumer actions made headlines that affect the retail industry. Continue reading for our weekly roundup.
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Consumer Protection in Retail: Weekly Roundup
This past week, several consumer actions have made headlines that affect the retail industry. Continue reading for our roundup. …
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