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On today’s episode of AD Nauseam, Amy and Daniel explore the legal and regulatory challenges of deceptively formatted advertising, often referred to as native advertising, focusing on how the FTC and NAD assess whether consumers can recognize content as advertising. Through case examples and policy discussions, they emphasize the importance of clear, conspicuous disclosures to maintain transparency and consumer trust.

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In our last two episodes we discussed the impact of U.S. policy shifts on global FDA-regulated products supply chain and shared industry perspectives on global supply chain disruptions. On today’s episode, we unpack the sweeping tax reforms introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law on July 4, 2025. With major changes to R&D expensing, international tax regimes, and incentives for domestic manufacturing, the b...

On today’s episode of AD Nauseam, Amy and Daniel explore how advertisers can substantiate sensory claims—such as taste, smell, and feel—through rigorous testing, with a focus on guidance from the ASTM E1958 standard and decisions from the National Advertising Division (NAD). They’ll also discuss key cases involving recognizable brands, emphasizing the importance of clear comparisons, appropriate test design, and statistical va...

On today’s episode of AD Nauseam, Amy Mudge and Daniel Kaufman discuss recent FTC enforcement trends, highlighting a return to traditional consumer protection cases such as fraud, earnings claims, and debt relief. They explore emerging issues, including Made in the USA (MUSA) claims, updates to COPPA regulations, and the implications of the bipartisan Take It Down Act targeting nonconsensual intimate content. The episode concludes ...

The Data Stream podcast dives deep into the fast-moving currents of data, technology, and the law. Presented by BakerHostetler’s Digital Assets and Data Management (DADM) Practice Group and hosted by Partners David Sherman and Nichole Sterling, this series explores how companies navigate the complex life cycle of data—from privacy and cybersecurity to advertising, AI and other emerging technologies. Each episode offers clear insigh...

On today’s episode of Ad Nauseam, Amy and Daniel are back with national treasure, and all-around great person, Lesley Fair, a legal expert, distinguished law professor and former Senior attorney at the Federal Trade Commission. In their series, “You Have Lesley Fair Notice,” Amy and Daniel interview Lesley about her experiences at the FTC and what she thinks of the current challenges attorneys are facing.

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Supply chain disruptions have become a significant challenge for the U.S. FDA-regulated products industry, affecting the availability of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and food. These disruptions are caused by various factors, including U.S. policy shifts, geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, and pandemics. The future of global supply chains remains uncertain, but ongoing industry efforts aim to enhance resilience and ensur...

The Honorable Peter Roskam, Federal Policy Team Leader, and Jeff Paravano, Tax Group Chair, break down the 2025 tax reconciliation legislation. They explore how the new law preserves key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, delivers trillions in tax cuts, and introduces a range of significant changes and tax increases—analyzing the implications for corporations, pass-through entities, tax-exempt organizations and individuals.

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On today’s episode of Ad Nauseam, Amy and Daniel are back with national treasure, and all-around great person, Lesley Fair, a legal expert, distinguished law professor and former Senior attorney at the Federal Trade Commission. In their series, “You Have Lesley Fair Notice,” Amy and Daniel interview Lesley about her experiences at the FTC and what she thinks of the current challenges attorneys are facing.

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Partner Jon Forster and Of Counsel John DeStefano will discuss legacy management and how to optimize client outcomes for successful families by using artificial intelligence and BakerHostetler’s fintech application, FinClar. The discussion includes real-world examples and success stories of how FinClar enabled families by democratizing data for family use, improving advisor collaboration, promoting clear decision-making and reducin...

Ashley’s guest today is Theresa Weisenberger, a partner at BakerHostetler and co-leader of BakerHostetler’s Artificial Intelligence practice.  In this episode, Ashley and Theresa discuss significant issues to consider before you use AI tools in your business, including potential pitfalls that could jeopardize ownership of your intellectual property.

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Navigating the complexities of maintaining a stable supply chain in an ever-changing global environment is a key focus for FDA-regulated companies. As US policy shifts, the topic of global supply chain has only become more complex – and more pressing. So, how can companies address these challenges? And does this affect the availability and safety of essential products? Join us in the first episode of a new series exploring these qu...

In Part 2 of the “Survey Says” series, BakerHostetler partners Amy Mudge, Daniel Kaufman, and special guest Randy Shaheen dive deeper into the design and execution of consumer perception surveys. They explore how to select the right survey audience, avoid bias, and craft effective questions to assess how consumers interpret advertising claims. The episode also covers the importance of control groups and the distinction between perc...

Former Congressman Peter Roskam, who leads BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team, provides listeners with a front-row seat to the most important policy and political debates in Congress. In this episode of “The Cloakroom with Peter Roskam,” Peter is joined at the 36th Annual Legislative Seminar in Washington, D.C. by his BakerHostetler colleague, former Congressman Heath Shuler. Also joining is Congressman Jim Himes, a Democrat from...

Former Congressman Peter Roskam, who leads BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team, provides listeners with a front-row seat to the most important policy and political debates in Congress. In this episode of “The Cloakroom with Peter Roskam,” Peter is joined at the 36th Annual Legislative Seminar in Washington, D.C., by his BakerHostetler colleague, former Congressman Heath Shuler. Also joining is Congressman David Schweikert, a Repub...

Former Congressman Peter Roskam, who leads BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team, provides listeners with a front-row seat to the most important policy and political debates in Congress. In this episode of “The Cloakroom with Peter Roskam,” Peter is joined at the 36th Annual Legislative Seminar in Washington, D.C., by his BakerHostetler colleague, former Congressman Heath Shuler. Also joining is Congressman Ted Lieu, a Democrat from...