FTC CID Response
Know where you stand.
FTC routinely investigates marketers suspected of violating the FTC Act through a special type of pre-lawsuit subpoena known as a Civil Investigative Demand (CID). A CID is a judicially enforceable demand that may require the recipient to produce documents, respond to interrogatories, and even testify. A CID may be served directly on the targets of the FTC’s investigation (i.e. the marketers and their principals), or on companies doing business with them.
The recipient of a CID is duty-bound to preserve all potentially relevant evidence and information. A CID may also prohibit the recipient from disclosing the existence of the government’s inquiry into the subject of the investigation.
If you receive a CID or are the target of the FTC’s investigation, getting experienced counsel involved early may be the key to negotiating a settlement that avoids the filing of a TRO and allows your business to survive, and we can help you with your FTC CID Response.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A well-prepared FTC CID response ensures compliance, prevents potential penalties, and protects your business. Legal expertise is essential to meet the FTC’s requirements effectively.
Contact an experienced attorney like TFM Law immediately. They can review the CID, ensure compliance, and protect your business from potential legal risks.
TFM Law provides expert guidance to evaluate the CID, formulate a clear strategy, and ensure your response meets FTC standards while protecting your business interests.
An attorney reviews the CID, ensures compliance, negotiates modifications, and protects your rights during the investigation process.
An attorney reviews the CID, ensures compliance, negotiates modifications, and protects your rights during the investigation process.
Yes, the FTC can issue a CID without warning during its investigations. Prompt legal action is critical in such cases.
Yes, the FTC may allow negotiations to narrow the scope of your response. We work with the FTC to reduce your burden while maintaining compliance.
The length of the investigation varies but can last months or years, depending on the case’s complexity and the FTC’s findings.
Failing to respond to an FTC CID can lead to enforcement actions, court orders, or penalties. Timely and accurate responses are crucial to avoid escalating the situation.
Non-compliance can lead to fines, court orders, or additional enforcement actions. Ensuring a complete and timely response is crucial.
