Publications

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.

publication July 7, 2023

“Oregon High Court Ruling on Materiality in Consumer-Deception Cases Creates New Risks for Advertisers” by Jennifer Adams

“Oregon High Court Ruling on Materiality in Consumer-Deception Cases Creates New Risks for Advertisers” by Jennifer Adams, Washington Legal Foundation, June 2023.

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Ivan Wasserman Quoted in “FDA Shakeup: Makary Steps Down, Diamantas Steps Up”

In its coverage of the leadership shakeup at FDA and the appointment of a new commissioner, NutraIngredients turned to Ivan Wasserman for comment.

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