Publications

publication April 26, 2024

“AWG Legal Takeaways” – New Column by Rend Al-Mondhiry on Staying Ahead of Regulatory and Legal Challenges in 2024

In the last of our three-part series in Natural Products Insider highlighting legal issues and bottom-line challenges that impact consumer-facing companies, Rend Al-Mondhiry explains that states are taking the lead in regulating consumer products and their ingredients—requiring increased monitoring—and the FDA is prioritizing its own list for review.

publication March 11, 2024

“ATW Legal Takeaways” — New Column by George Carrera, Jr. on Prioritizing Patents in 2024

In our “ATW Legal Takeaways” column published by Natural Products Insider, George Carrera, Jr. states that patents are an essential component of intellectual property, and an effective strategy should be at the top of a company’s priority list for 2024.

publication February 16, 2024

“ATW Legal Takeaways” — New Column by Ryan Kaiser on Preparing a Trademark Strategy

In the latest “ATW Legal Takeaways” column published by Natural Products Insider, Ryan Kaiser highlights the benefits of a strong, carefully executed trademark strategy.

publication February 6, 2024

ATW Lawyers Predict Class Action Lawsuits Facing CPG Brands in 2024

In an article published by Natural Products Insider, William Cole and Matthew Orr highlight class action threats facing CPG brands in the coming year.

publication December 22, 2023

Heads Up: Colorado and New York Hemp Product Regulations by Rend Al-Mondhiry

The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment has filed proposed Hemp Product and Safe Harbor Hemp Product Regulations that implement Senate Bill 23-271 and, among other things, update and add new definitions establishing hemp product THC thresholds, create “safe harbor” hemp product registration requirements, add new enforcement provisions, and modify testing, labeling, and packaging […]

publication November 7, 2023

“Promising Science and Shared Values Don’t Mean There’s a Place for Psychedelics in the Supplement Industry” by Rend Al-Mondhiry

In a bylined article published by Natural Products Insider on Nov. 7, Rend Al-Mondhiry writes: “the allure of psychedelics appears to make them a perfect fit for the dietary supplements industry — promising nature-based remedies with seemingly limitless potential to improve our mind, body and spirit. But is there a role for our industry? And […]

publication October 5, 2023

“So, You Received a Demand Letter” by William Cole and Matthew Orr

“So You Received a Demand Letter,” by William Cole and Matthew Orr, Natural Products Insider, October/November 2023.

publication September 18, 2023

“ATW Legal Takeaways” – New Column by Lauren Aronson on Revised FTC Endorsement Guides and Proposed Rule Regarding Consumer Reviews and Testimonials

In the latest “ATW Legal Takeaways” column published by Natural Products Insider, Lauren Aronson writes: “FTC is continuing to focus on endorsements — particularly consumer reviews — and is interested in increasing its ability to obtain significant monetary penalties.

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California Restricts Sales of Weight-Loss and Muscle-Building Products to Minors

A new California law (AB 2030) prohibits the sale of over-the-counter diet pills and dietary supplements marketed for weight loss or muscle building to consumers under 18. Each violation is punishable by a civil penalty MORE >

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