Legal aspects of copy

Legal risks in content and how to avoid them

Risk zones

  • Ads & promises

    'Best', 'No.1', 'guaranteed results' — misleading ads unless proven. Antitrust fines apply.

  • Copyright

    Others' photos/texts without license is infringement; stock licenses are limited (editorial ≠ commercial).

  • Personal data

    Reviews with names, client-data case studies need consent; email capture needs opt-in.

  • Trademarks

    Others' brands in ads — nominative use only (comparison/compatibility), without misleading.

  • Medical/financial topics

    YMYL content needs disclaimers and expertise; cure/profit promises are a direct risk.

Minimum protection: disclaimers on advice, consent for personal data, licensed photos, fact-checked numerical claims. For ad campaigns — legal review before launch.