Thomas A. Cohn

FTC veteran Thomas A. Cohn is a partner in the New York City office of national law firm LeClairRyan. He focuses his practice on advising clients on the legal and practical aspects of compliance with FTC and state consumer protection regulations and industry self-regulation programs. He can be contacted at [email protected] or (212) 430-8060.

Green Issues

When Making Green Marketing Claims, Tread Carefully

The popularity of eco-friendly products touches nearly every part of the U.S. economy, and the hardwood flooring industry is certainly no exception. Consider Americans' keen interest in alternative flooring products such as those made of cork or bamboo, or the rising demand for traditional flooring products certified by the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council). Likewise, consumers these days are far more receptive to the environmental drawbacks of carpet: A generation ago, few people other than scientists knew about VOCs (volatile organic compounds), but today some Americans are concerned about the possibility that their living room rugs are harboring allergens and releasing dangerous compounds.

August 2, 2012

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Craftsmanship Across the Globe: Introducing the Winners of the 2024 WFB Design Awards

Hailing everywhere from Italy to Portugal to Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., to Brazil to Chicago (by way of Poland), the recipients of this year’s WFB Design Awards prove, through sweat and creativity, that true craftsmanship has no borders.

Thomas A. Cohn

When Making Green Marketing Claims, Tread Carefully

Craftsmanship Across the Globe: Introducing the Winners of the 2024 WFB Design Awards

Meet the Repairman Turning Edgers Into Artwork

What’s Your Top Advice for When Things Get Slow?

White Oak vs. Red Oak: As Pressure Increases on White Oak, Red Oak Is a Versatile Alternative

Introducing Color Theory for Custom Wood Finishing