Online shoppers factor pricing into almost every purchase decision. A bold “50% off” banner or a countdown timer can be all it takes to convert a browser into a buyer. But as useful as aggressive pricing tactics can be for driving sales, there is a legal line that e-commerce businesses cannot afford to cross. In […]
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Receiving a copyright infringement claim as an online retailer can be stressful. Learn what counts as infringement, what claimants must prove, your available defenses, and how to respond strategically.
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Unclear, outdated, or poorly implemented e-commerce contracts can expose your business to disputes and liability. Learn the most common contract weak spots and how to fix them before they backfire.
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Learn how FTC deceptive pricing rules and California’s Business & Professions Code Section 17501 apply to online retailers using strike-through and discount pricing tactics.
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There are many startup and already successful e-commerce entrepreneurs who are importing products from China and then make good profits by re-selling them on Amazon and/or on similar online sales platforms. However, special care should be taken with electronic devices because such must comply with the Communication Act of 1934, as amended, and with regulations […]
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