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Noncompete agreements in the United States are governed primarily by state law, but employers should no longer think of compliance as a purely state‑by‑state exercise. At a recent public workshop, the Federal Trade Commission made one thing clear: while it...
When a TCPA lawsuit arrives, it’s easy for panic to set in. Many businesses feel pressure to settle quickly or rush into litigation just to make the problem go away.
The FCC has once again delayed the effective date of the “Revoke All” rule under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, extending it to January 31, 2027. The Revoke All rule
M&S is pleased to announce the promotion of Chad Blackham to Senior Attorney, effective January 1, 2026. Chad has been an integral member of the firm’s Compliance and Litigation teams,
One of the biggest compliance developments in 2025 was the passage and implementation of Texas Senate Bill 140, which significantly expanded the state’s telephone solicitation statute to cover text message
California’s Attorney General recently announced a settlement with Sling TV over alleged violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). While the details of this case echo themes we’ve seen
On November 13, 2025, the federal government shutdown ended when President Trump signed a funding bill to reopen federal agencies. As a result, the FTC’s National Do Not Call Registry, which
Mac Murray & Shuster LLP is proud to share that we’ve been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, published by Best Lawyers®. Our firm earned distinctions at
On October 1, 2025, the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) became effective, joining the growing list of states with comprehensive consumer data privacy laws. With enforcement beginning April 1,
In a sharply worded opinion, U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria recently granted summary judgment in favor of the Eating Recovery Center (ERC) in a privacy lawsuit that has reignited debate
Mac Murray & Shuster LLP is proud to announce that four of our distinguished attorneys — Michele Shuster, Helen Mac Murray, Chris Wager, and Lisa Messner—have been honored in Columbus
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released a draft Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), outlining a series of reforms aimed at modernizing its robocall regulations, reducing compliance burdens, and
Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed Assembly Bill 566, also known as the California Opt Me Out Act, into law. This legislation marks a significant shift in how consumers exercise their
On September 30, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) issued a landmark $1.35 million enforcement order against Tractor Supply Company for violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). While
On September 5, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) officially withdrew its appeals in two federal cases that had invalidated its rule banning most employee noncompete clauses. This marks a significant shift in
On August 29, 2025, Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield released the first annual enforcement report detailing the state’s activity under the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA). The findings underscore the
In a recent significant enforcement move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached settlements totaling $145 million with two major players in the lead generation and health insurance marketing space: Assurance IQ,
Mac Murray & Shuster LLP is proud to announce that several of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers:
