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Reminder: Quebec Sweepstakes Guidelines Exempt U.S.-Based Contests!

Blog, Sweepstakes & Gaming Law / David Klein

Businesses are turning to sweepstakes contests to generate new leads and retain existing customers. Over the years, such promotional efforts have proven to attract customers in virtually every industry. Companies that create these promotions for United States and Canada residents must be sure to follow applicable state, federal, and even “provincial” laws. Sweepstakes guidelines vary […]

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Sweepstakes Law: Money for Nothing, Album for Free?

Blog, Sweepstakes & Gaming Law / David Klein

The marketing industry continues to generate interest in various brands, products, and services by offering unique and engaging sweepstakes promotions. Companies design contests to reach all kinds of consumers, including music aficionados. Take the new Dire Straits sweepstakes: the band is giving away multiple copies of its soon-to-be released digitally remastered, “Money for Nothing” album

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Do Sweepstakes Rules Need a Mandatory Arbitration Clause?

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The short answer is a resounding, Yes! Many of our blogs that cover sweepstakes rules often focus on the material provisions that should be contained in contest rules, including, eligibility, means of entry, prizes, duration of the sweepstakes, etc. A recent Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision highlights yet another important provision that must be

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FTC Returning Almost $25 Million to Consumers for Sweepstakes Law Violations

Blog, Sweepstakes & Gaming Law / David Klein

Running a successful sweepstakes contest is a proven, effective way to expand and retain your customer base. In order for the contest to be successful, the entire promotion must be prepared and executed according to applicable regulations, down to the issuing of prizes. Failing to adhere to sweepstakes laws will serve to invalidate the contest

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Why Sponsors Must Adhere to Sweepstakes Regulations

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Businesses continue to use sweepstakes promotions as an exciting way to acquire and retain new customers. But beware: sweepstakes regulations are no joke. Companies seeking to offer consumers the opportunity to enter a sweepstakes promotion, must follow applicable state laws, as well as Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) regulations when conducting and marketing their sweepstakes promotions.

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How Sweepstakes Compliance Can Save Your Reputation

Blog, Online Gambling Law, Online Marketing & Advertising Law / David Klein

The popular TikTok content creator collective, “Not a Content House,” recently received some negative publicity for failing to reveal the winners of a sweepstakes by the promised deadline. Not a Content House is the ironic name of an all-girl team that lives together in Los Angeles where they collaborate on content posted on YouTube, Instagram

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Who Governs Sweepstakes Law?

Blog, Online Gambling Law, Online Marketing & Advertising Law / Klein Moynihan Turco

Sponsoring sweepstakes promotions are one of the most exciting marketing vehicles that a business can use to increase visibility and engage customers. Before starting, it is essential to take detailed consideration of all rules and regulations governing sweepstakes promotions. By now, readers are familiar with the basics of how to conduct a sweepstakes promotion. However,

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