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Internet & Social Media
Advising Clients on Legal Risks, Compliance, and Digital Growth
SJKP LLP advises clients on the fast-changing legal and regulatory landscape surrounding the Internet and social media. We help businesses mitigate risks, protect intellectual property, and structure digital strategies that comply with U.S. and global laws. Our multidisciplinary approach combines litigation, regulatory insight, policy advocacy, and contractual expertise to support sustainable digital growth and safeguard online brands.
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1. Internet & Social Media Legal Compliance and Risk Management
Digital platforms present complex compliance challenges, from evolving data privacy rules to strict platform terms of service and influencer regulations. SJKP LLP counsels clients on navigating these issues, ensuring that business practices remain compliant with laws such as the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) endorsement guidelines, and emerging data protection frameworks like the GDPR and CCPA.
DMCA Compliance and Safe Harbor Guidance
We help clients comply with DMCA requirements, including safe harbor provisions that protect online platforms from liability when proper takedown procedures are implemented. Our lawyers draft website terms and conditions, manage copyright takedown notices, and advise on user-generated content policies to minimize exposure to litigation.
Internet & Social Media Influencer and Disclosure Guidance
As influencer marketing becomes central to brand strategy, we advise clients on drafting influencer agreements, negotiating sponsorship contracts, and ensuring compliance with FTC disclosure standards. Our counsel covers social media endorsements, affiliate programs, and cross-platform content creation, helping clients avoid penalties while protecting consumer trust.
2. Internet & Social Media Intellectual Property Protection
Online commerce and digital branding create unique challenges for intellectual property protection. SJKP LLP monitors and enforces IP rights across the web, combating issues such as domain name misuse, online counterfeiting, and the unauthorized use of trademarks, copyrighted works, or logos.
Domain Name Disputes and UDRP Proceedings
We represent clients in Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) proceedings, helping businesses recover domains that infringe upon brand identity or confuse consumers. Our attorneys also advise on domain portfolio management strategies to proactively protect against cybersquatting.
Enforcing IP Rights Against Online Infringement
Our team pursues takedown actions and litigation against infringing websites, counterfeit marketplaces, and fraudulent social media accounts. We coordinate with law enforcement and regulatory bodies to disrupt online scams, enforce intellectual property rights, and safeguard brand value in digital markets.
3. Internet & Social Media Digital Contracting & Commercialization
The commercialization of digital platforms requires robust contractual frameworks. We counsel clients on online agreements ranging from website development contracts to banner ad placements, co-sponsorship deals, affiliate marketing arrangements, and e-commerce platform partnerships.
E-Commerce Legal Structures and Consumer Protection
We help clients build compliant online stores and e-commerce platforms, advising on terms of service, privacy policies, payment systems, and consumer protection requirements. Our guidance ensures that businesses deliver seamless online transactions while staying compliant with consumer laws.
Digital Brand Partnerships and Online Marketing Agreements
Our attorneys draft and negotiate brand partnership agreements, co-branding initiatives, and digital marketing collaborations. We also provide guidance on hyperlinking rules, platform integration models, and data-sharing agreements, ensuring that commercialization efforts are legally sound and strategically effective.
4. Litigation & Enforcement in the Digital Sphere
Disputes in the online environment are inevitable, particularly when content, competition, or regulatory obligations overlap. SJKP LLP represents clients in high-stakes internet litigation, including content liability cases, cross-border enforcement matters, and contractual disputes with platforms or digital partners.
Defending Against Online Platform Liability Claims
We defend clients against claims arising under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (CDA), which governs platform liability for third-party content. Our attorneys help businesses structure defenses, evaluate risk under immunity provisions, and negotiate resolutions with regulators and plaintiffs.
Resolving Cross-Border Internet Disputes
Many disputes involve multiple jurisdictions, from copyright infringement across borders to international data transfer violations. We help clients coordinate litigation strategies globally, working with foreign counsel and regulators to resolve disputes efficiently and maintain compliance with local and international law.
5. Emerging Trends in Internet & Social Media Regulation
As digital ecosystems evolve, businesses must prepare for regulatory changes that shape online operations. SJKP LLP tracks global developments in AI regulation, data privacy, and platform accountability, providing clients with forward-looking advice to adapt their strategies.
AI-Generated Content and Legal Accountability
The rise of generative AI has created new questions around ownership, licensing, and liability. We advise clients on intellectual property and compliance issues involving AI-generated media, ensuring that businesses avoid copyright disputes and meet disclosure obligations.
Data Privacy and Global Compliance Challenges
We help clients comply with data protection frameworks such as the EU’s GDPR, California’s CCPA/CPRA, and emerging privacy laws in Asia and Latin America. Our team designs cross-border data transfer agreements and privacy programs that balance business needs with regulatory expectations.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or relying on the contents of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with our firm. For advice regarding your specific situation, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
