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Federal and state laws require advertisements to be truthful, not misleading, and, when appropriate, backed by scientific evidence.

A marketing strategy where a product's values are compared directly with a competitor's. It must not be misleading and should compare objectively measurable features.

An advertising or promotional statement that is subjective rather than objective, which no reasonable person would take literally.

Advertisers must have evidence supporting their claims before an ad is published; for certain types of claims, the evidence must be competent and reliable.

Ads must not contain materials that are obscene, offensive, or inappropriate according to community standards.

Must reflect the honest opinions or experiences of the endorser and should not include deceptive or unsubstantiated claims.

An illegal practice in which customers are lured by advertisements for a product or service at a low price but are then persuaded to buy a more expensive item.

Special rules apply to ads directed at children, including not exploiting their inexperience, credulity, or sense of loyalty.

Claims about a product's environmental benefits must be truthful and substantiated. 'Greenwashing' could lead to penalties.

Information that must be provided in an ad to prevent it from being deceptive, i.e., small print details, conditions, or limitations.

Direct marketing, including telemarketing, email, and texting, must comply with laws like the CAN-SPAM Act and Do Not Call regulations.

Using copyrighted material or trademarks within an advertisement must be done legally to avoid infringement.

This involves tracking consumer activities online to target more effective advertisements. It must not violate privacy laws or regulations.

Their participation in ads must be authentic and they should actually use or endorse the product, lest it be misleading.

When claiming a product is better or superior, the basis of comparison must be clearly stated and be objectively verifiable.

A federal statute that provides a system of trademark registration and protects the owner of a federally registered mark against the use of similar marks.

A federal agency that enforces consumer protection laws, including laws against deceptive advertising.

Legal requirements govern sales promotions to ensure that any conditions, limitations or expiration dates are clearly communicated to consumers.

Advertisements must respect the privacy of individuals and comply with data protection and privacy laws.

Visual aids in advertisements that create false impressions or misrepresent the product or service are prohibited.

Advertisements must not mislead consumers about the price of a product or service, including any hidden fees or conditions.

Sending unsolicited advertisements via email (spam) is regulated by the CAN-SPAM Act, setting requirements for message content and offering opt-out mechanisms.

Claims regarding the health and safety benefits of a product must be supported by scientific evidence and must not be misleading.

Any guarantees or warranties offered must be clearly defined and the terms must be made available to consumers.