Wrapping Paper Series: Issues and Trends Facing the Retail Industry During the Holiday Season
This series of Updates contains information regarding issues and trends facing the retail industry during the holiday season. The list below highlights all of our published Updates on this topic.
2026
Don't let the holidays turn into a legal hangover: Five things emerging brands should tackle now
10.21.2026
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but for emerging brands, it can also be a season of costly legal oversights. Before you pop the champagne, make sure these five legal essentials are in order to start your new year with momentum, not a mess.
2025
The Shape of the Season: Holiday Insights on Nontraditional Trademarks
11.12.2025
The holiday season is a great time to consider how nontraditional trademarks might advance your brand’s business goals. Here are a few practical takeaways to help your team leverage the season.
Keep the Season Bright: Holiday Cybersecurity Tips for Retailers
10.31.2025
The holidays are upon us, and the last thing retailers want to do is respond to a security incident. But what can you do now to minimize the likelihood and impact of a cyberattack?
Deck the Halls—Not the Hazards: Your Holiday Safety Checklist
10.16.2025
The holiday season is a time of celebration, but for retail executives, it’s also a period of heightened responsibility. A proactive approach to safety can help you avoid costly incidents, boost morale, and keep your holiday operations running smoothly.
2024
Compliance Tips for Retailers During the Holiday Season
12.02.2024
The holiday season marks the busiest time of the year for retailers. Though this a joyous time, retailers should be mindful of inherent employment law risks to remain off the naughty list after the holiday season ends.
‘Tis the Season… for Cybercriminals: A Holiday Reminder for Retailers
11.22.2024
As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, it also becomes a prime opportunity for cybercriminals to target retailers, their suppliers, and their customers. This time of year presents a perfect storm of risks, making it crucial for retailers to stay vigilant.
One Rocky Sleigh Ride: Antitrust and AI Pricing
11.14.2024
Artificial intelligence can provide invaluable assistance to the retail industry, but AI pricing requires special care. Use of AI to assist with setting prices could put businesses on the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission naughty list.
10.16.2024
As the holiday season begins, California is making a commitment to a greener future by introducing the nation's first extended producer responsibility program for apparel and textiles with the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024.