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Unfair Trade Practices In Competition Law In Massachusetts
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The purpose of the Trade Practices Act is to enhance the welfare of Australians through the promotion of competition and fair trading and provision for consumer protection. The TPA deals with almost all aspects of the marketplace: the relationships between suppliers, wholesalers, retailers, competitors and customers.
Massachusetts has a statute that specifically enables the Attorney General and consumers to take legal action against unfair or deceptive conduct in the marketplace, called Massachusetts Consumer Protection law, Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A.
The term “unfair trade practice” describes the use of deceptive, fraudulent, or unethical methods to gain business advantage or to cause injury to a consumer. Unfair trade practices are considered unlawful under the Consumer Protection Act.
Unfair Competition: The Legal Standard Chapter 93A outlines the regulations for unfair business practices. It states: "Unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful."
The term “unfair trade practice” describes the use of deceptive, fraudulent, or unethical methods to gain business advantage or to cause injury to a consumer. Unfair trade practices are considered unlawful under the Consumer Protection Act.
Common Examples of Unfair Competition False advertising. “ Bait and switch ” selling tactics. Unauthorized substitution of one brand of goods for another. Use of confidential information by former employee to solicit customers.
Unfair competition protects against fraudulent, deceptive or dishonest practices that are prohibited by statute or common law. This includes actions for infringement of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, among others.