Can you sue someone for false advertising?

Yes, you can sue for false advertising. Many states have a specific false advertising law that gives consumers the right to sue businesses for misleading them into purchasing or paying more for the company’s goods or services.

What are the laws on false advertisement?

California Law: False or Deceptive Advertising is Prohibited Under state law (California Business and Professions Code § 17500), false and deceptive advertising is strictly prohibited. A company that violates the state’s false advertising regulations could be held both civilly and criminally liable.

Where can I file a lawsuit for false advertising?

Depending on the relief sought, an action for false advertising can be filed in either a civil or criminal court. This is because false advertising is considered both a tort and a crime in the eyes of the law.

What happens in a false advertising class action?

In a false advertising class action, those penalties can add up quickly. Consumers may be able to sue for damages to recover money they paid for a product of service that was falsely advertised. A court can issue a cease and desist order, requiring a company to stop distributing a false or deceptive advertisement.

Can I sue a protein bar company for false advertising?

If it is discovered that the protein bar in fact has none of the nutritional benefits the company claims it has and it also has added sugars, then you may be able to recover damages by taking legal action against the company. What are Some Examples of False Advertising Practices?

What are the penalties for false advertising in New York?

But some states let consumers collect statutory penalties. New York, for example, has a false advertising law called the General Business Law (GBL), which allows consumers to collect statutory penalties up to $50 per false ad. In a false advertising class action, those penalties can add up quickly.