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Deceptive Practices In Advertising In Michigan
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(1) Unfair, unconscionable, or deceptive methods, acts, or practices in the conduct of trade or commerce are unlawful and are defined as follows: (a) Causing a probability of confusion or misunderstanding as to the source, sponsorship, approval, or certification of goods or services.
The Michigan Consumer Protection Act prohibits false advertising, automobile odometer tampering, and other forms of deceptive trade practices. Michigan deceptive trade practice laws allow the attorney general, a prosecuting attorney, or a private citizen to file suit.
After a complaint is filed, it is reviewed by an attorney general representative who determines whether: The complaint is appropriate for mediation by the office. If it should be referred to another governmental entity that may be more suited to assist with the consumer's complaint.
File a complaint with government or consumer programs File a complaint with your local consumer protection office. Notify the Better Business Bureau (BBB) in your area about your problem. The BBB tries to resolve complaints against companies. Report scams and suspicious communications to the Federal Trade Commission.
You can complain if you feel a business has misled you about a product or service or you object to the content in an advert. The Advertising Standards Authority is the main body for enforcing rules around advertising but there are other bodies who set standards for different sectors.
Consumer Complaint Not all consumer complaints are handled by the Attorney General. If we do not handle it, we will forward it on to the appropriate agency. If you have questions about filing a complaint, please call 517-335-7599. In-state residents can also call 877-765-8388.
File a complaint with your local consumer protection office or the state agency that regulates the company. Notify the Better Business Bureau (BBB) in your area about your problem. The BBB tries to resolve your complaints against companies.
The composition of goods is another common category of deceptive claims. For example, a product advertised as “wool” had better be 100 percent wool; a mixture of wool and synthetic fabrics cannot be advertised as wool.
Michigan Compiled Laws Chapter 445, Act 331 is more commonly known as the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (“MCPA”) and it is a state law that provides consumers with legal protection from unfair methods, acts, or practices during trade or commerce.
Michigan deceptive trade practices laws are stated in the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (“Act”). Section 445.903 of the Act forbids false advertising.