Researchers in the e-cigarette industry combing Facebook profiles
Richmond partner Bryan Haynes was quoted in numerous July articles (Reuters, Business Insider, Today and others) about researchers in the e-cigarette industry combing Facebook profiles to gauge user’s opinions and reviews on their product. According to the article, the industry is under continued scrutiny by regulators and Bryan cautioned any unnecessary regulations.
“There shouldn’t be regulations [on e-cigarettes] akin to those for cigarettes without evidence of similar health impact,” Bryan said. “[E]specially since the preliminary evidence is positive for the industry” when it comes to comparing the contents of e-cigarette vapor to tobacco smoke.