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Social Media Compliance for Financial Services

August 26, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Social Media Compliance

Key Highlights Understand key regulations impacting financial institutions’ use of social media Learn how to manage consumer compliance risk effectively Discover best practices for implementing compliant social strategies Explore how FFIEC and CFPB guidance affects your digital marketing Know when to involve a social media attorney for your compliance team As social media becomes a […]

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TikTok Influencer Agreements: Legal Essentials for Creators

August 19, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Influencer Law

Key Highlights Why influencers need contracts tailored to TikTok brand deals What should be included in a TikTok influencer agreement Common contract red flags for content creators How an attorney can help draft and protect your terms Best practices for brand collaborations on TikTok Securing brand deals is a milestone for TikTok creators—but without a […]

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Legal Contest Rules: How to Run Skill-Based Promotions

August 12, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Sweepstakes Law

Key Highlights Understand the legal difference between contests, sweepstakes, and lotteries Learn the essential elements of legal contest rules See what makes a contest “skill-based” under U.S. law Discover judging criteria best practices and legal red flags Know when to consult a promotions attorney Contests can boost engagement, generate user content, and help brands connect […]

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Sweepstakes Compliance: Your Legal Checklist for Running a Giveaway

August 5, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Sweepstakes Law

Key Highlights Understand U.S. sweepstakes laws and compliance frameworks Learn how to write official sweepstakes rules that hold up legally Know which states require bonding and registration Discover platform-specific guidelines for social media sweepstakes See examples of real sweepstakes compliance mistakes Get actionable tips for businesses running their first promotion Sweepstakes are powerful tools for […]

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Influencer Marketing Ad Compliance for Brands & Content Creators

July 29, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Influencer Law

Key Highlights Why ad compliance is essential in influencer marketing How FTC regulations define influencer-brand relationships What disclosures are required and where they must appear Common compliance mistakes and how to avoid them Legal tools brands can use to ensure influencer compliance In an era where a single Instagram post can reach millions, influencer marketing […]

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Social Media Contest Terms and Legal Requirements

July 22, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Sweepstakes Law

Key Highlights Why brands use social media contest companies for legal promotions What to include in your contest terms and conditions The laws and regulations every contest must follow Key differences between contests and sweepstakes When to involve a sweepstakes attorney Running a contest on Instagram or TikTok might sound easy—until you realize you need […]

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FTC Guidelines for Influencers: Stay Compliant and Build Trust

July 15, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Influencer Law

Key Highlights What influencers need to know about FTC rules How to disclose sponsored content correctly Common mistakes and how to avoid them Who the FTC guidelines apply to (spoiler: everyone with a following) When to talk to an influencer lawyer The FTC has made it clear: if you’re getting paid, gifted, or compensated in […]

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Giveaway Legal Rules: Avoid Fines and Stay Compliant

July 8, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Sweepstakes Law

Key Highlights Understand the legal difference between giveaways, sweepstakes, contests, and lotteries Learn the essential federal and state giveaway rules and regulations for 2025 Discover common legal mistakes to avoid in online giveaways Ensure compliance with social media platform promotion policies Get expert guidance from The Social Media Law Firm to protect your brand Running […]

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How to Create Terms and Conditions for an App

July 3, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Startup Law

Key Highlights Why terms and conditions matter for apps and legal compliance Key components every app’s terms should include Steps to draft effective and enforceable terms and conditions Common mistakes to avoid when writing app terms When to consult a terms and conditions attorney Creating terms and conditions for an app is a crucial step […]

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Trademark a Blog Name: Protect Your Brand and Stay Compliant

July 1, 2025
Ethan Wall

Posted in: Trademarks and Copyrights

Key Highlights Understand why trademarking your blog name matters for brand protection Learn the steps to register a blog name trademark and what to expect Discover how this applies to YouTube channel name trademarks and other digital brands Explore common mistakes and best practices when filing Know when to consult a trademark attorney Running a […]

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