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Katlyn Atkinson
on Nov 23, 2024
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Thane Direct Canada Inc. sold Abtronic muscle stimulation devices that claimed to result in weight loss and muscle toning. Thane had not done any research to validate these claims. Consumers reported the device was ineffective. What action could be brought under the Competition Act?
A) Bid-rigging.
B) Exclusive dealing.
C) Misleading or false advertising.
D) Abuse of dominant position.
E) Specialization agreements.
Misleading Advertising
Advertising that deceives or is likely to deceive the consumer, often leading to an incorrect understanding or decision.
Competition Act
A law designed to preserve and promote competition and to protect consumers from anti-competitive practices by companies.
- Appreciate the legal ramifications of propagating misleading or erroneous advertising under the auspices of the Competition Act.
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Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the legal ramifications of propagating misleading or erroneous advertising under the auspices of the Competition Act.