Direct Mail Marketing in California Faces New Rule: Mandatory Advertisement Disclosure on Envelopes Starting 2025

As marketing norms evolve, many businesses are shifting their focus from phone calls to direct mail, considered a less intrusive and regulation-bound method of reaching consumers. However, marketers aiming their strategies toward Californians need to take note of a new regulatory curve that takes effect on January 1, 2025. This rule, originating from State Bill 1096, mandates specific declarations be prominently displayed on envelopes of physical mail soliciting consumer financial products or services. California, known for its strict consumer protection laws, continues its reputation by enforcing these new directives, specifically designed to mitigate arguably deceptive … Read more

Justin Baldoni to Countersue Blake Lively, Plans Full Disclosure of Texts Amid Ongoing Dispute

Los Angeles, CA — Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, recently declared that the actor and director harbors no resentment towards Blake Lively, amidst a flurry of legal disputes and public accusations between the two. In a recent appearance on the Today Show, Freedman vehemently denied that Baldoni had initiated a defamation campaign against Lively following the release of their film “It Ends With Us.” Freedman emphasized Baldoni’s stance, stating that from the beginning, Baldoni expressed a desire to avoid negative actions or causing harm toward Lively. Despite these assurances, the legal battle is heating up … Read more

Trump Appeals to Court for Postponement of Evidence Disclosure in Jack Smith Inquiry Until Post-Election

Washington, D.C. — Former President Donald Trump has implored a federal judge to postpone the public release of evidence collected by special counsel Jack Smith until after the upcoming election. This move comes as Trump contends that the premature release could damage his public image and influence amid an already heated political campaign. Trump’s legal team argues that the disclosure of such documents would interfere with his ability to receive a fair trial, should one occur. The documents in question pertain to Smith’s ongoing investigations into allegations of misconduct by Trump in various affairs. Jack … Read more

California Sets New Standards with Groundbreaking Climate Disclosure Laws for Businesses

Sacramento, Calif. – California has enacted two groundbreaking climate laws this year, mandating significant transparency from companies regarding their environmental impact. These measures, which impact a broad spectrum of businesses within the state and beyond, are designed to enhance corporate accountability in the face of global climate challenges. The first of these, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (Senate Bill 253), compels large companies operating in California to report their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, this includes Scope 1 emissions (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 emissions (indirect emissions from … Read more