Internet Law in Arizona

Cyber Bullying

Under Arizona law, Cyberbullying is defined as online harassment, online threats, and repeated unwanted and aggressive behavior.

This includes:

• Sending an aggressive or threatening text or email message
• Spreading false rumors through social media
• Online stalking and harassment
• Pretending to be someone else online with the aim of causing harm to that person (also known as “catfishing”)
• In the state of Arizona, Cyberbullying is a crime that can result in a maximum of six months in prison and/or a $2,500 fine.

At RM Warner, our attorneys seek justice for victims of Cyberbullying using defamation laws.

Trade Libel is when someone publishes harmful false statements about your business. Whether it’s a disgruntled employee, customer, or competitor, trade libel can be incredibly harmful to your business if not addressed quickly.

We work directly with businesses experiencing trade libel and help them remove and/or address false reviews and defamatory statements posted online about their company.

Esports is a rapidly growing sport that has many legal complexities, such as:

• Intellectual property rights
• Sponsorship agreements
• Financing of esports businesses
• Compliance with regulatory bodies
• Contracts and compensation for competitors

Our internet attorneys are well-versed in the growing issues that encompass the world of esports and can help ensure you are protected.

The laws surrounding online advertising are incredibly complex, and it’s important to ensure that your business is FDA and FTC-compliant, and that you are following state and federal advertising laws in order to avoid fines and other penalties.

At RM Warner, our internet lawyers have extensive experience helping businesses comply with advertising laws by offering:

• Reviews of online advertising campaigns
• Counseling on working with social media influencers
• Guidance to help protect you from regulatory and competitive scrutiny

Understanding state and federal laws is a critical component of being an online business owner.

When operating an e-commerce website, it’s vital that your customers’ privacy and financial information are protected. You must also follow online advertising practices, and pay appropriate wages and taxes.

The laws you need to be compliant with include:

• Tax laws
• Intellectual property laws
• Employment and labor laws
• Consumer privacy laws
• Laws surrounding online payments and security
• Online advertising laws
• Incorporation laws

Our e-commerce lawyers work with various types of e-commerce stores to help them start and grow their e-commerce platforms and launch their products and services online.