Category Archives: Compliance Guidelines

MLM Executive FAQ: Do I have to pay sales taxes in states with sales tax laws?

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Charity

Most companies will be registered to pay sales taxes throughout the country. However, most network marketing companies will only register to do business as a foreign corporation doing business in those states in which they have a physical presence, such … Continue reading →

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Only Two Weeks Left to Register for the MLM Startup Conference in Las Vegas!

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Charity

MLMLegal.com Announces Its 64th National MLM/Direct Selling Startup Conference! An ACTION CONFERENCE for executives of startup and emerging MLM companies! For more than 25 years, leading industry experts have educated the executives of starting and existing MLM, direct selling, network … Continue reading →

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FDA Notification for Permissible Structure/Function Claims for Dietary Supplements

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Charity

MLM Distributors and MLM companies often ask about the notification requirements for permissible structure/function claims for dietary supplements, under FDA rules of DSHEA (Dietary Supplement Health Education Act). Here is summary, directly from the FDA, which may prove helpful: PART … Continue reading →

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Only 7 Days Left Until the MLM Startup Conference in Las Vegas!

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Charity

There are only seven days left until the MLM Startup Conference in Las Vegas! There are only six days left to register to attend! The MLM Startup Conference: Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference begins February 21st, 2013 … Continue reading →

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Interview with Expert MLM Attorney – Are Earnings Calculators Legal?

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Charity

Expert MLM Attorney, Jeff Babener, explains when it is legal for direct selling companies to use earnings calculators to make earnings claims. Interview with Expert Attorney – Are Earnings Calculators Legal? Interviewer: Jeff, talk to us about earnings calculators because … Continue reading →

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NEW PRESS RELEASE – 63rd Annual MLM Startup Conference!

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announces Its 63rd National Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The conference will be held February 21 & 22, 2013, which is quickly approaching! For … Continue reading →

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Why do companies restrict the type of advertising carried on by their distributors?

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Charity

The question below is taken from one of Mr. Babener’s client’s distributors’ Q&A pamphlets: Q: Why do companies restrict the type of advertising carried on by their distributors? A: Company rules regarding advertising are usually very detailed. Companies are zealous about … Continue reading →

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New Video: Earnings Claims and Consumer Protection Laws

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Charity

Attorney Jeff Babener released a new video titled Earnings Claims and Consumer Protection Laws. In an MLM company compliance training session, he discusses why the states, such as Oregon, Florida, Ohio, etc., treat potential distributors as “consumers” of a business … Continue reading →

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MLMLegal.com Presents Six New Videos – Q&A Series on MLM, Direct Selling Industry

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Charity

Leading MLM Attorney, Jeff Babener, recently added six new videos to his Youtube Channel. The educational, interview-style videos discuss topics such as distributor and MLM company owner compliance, secrets to success in direct selling, MLM industry history, pyramid vs. legitimate … Continue reading →