What are unfair, unreasonable or deceptive trade practices?
Unfair, unreasonable, or deceptive trade practices are those acts and conduct which serve to deceive a person acting reasonably under the existing circumstances; especially in sales transactions. A key consideration in determining that deception exists is whether or not a person has acted to his detriment because of the deception involved. A major reason for the publishing of this report is the fact that many consumers simply do not realize the extent to which practices have become industry standards. Worse yet, some government agencies and courts are engaging in more and more deceptive trade practices in the administration of government and justice. This, obviously, puts consumers who are depending on the government and courts for consumer protection in a very difficult position; since this leaves them with no other recourse than to fend for themselves as best they can. One note that should be emphasized here is that not all deceptive trade practices are necessarily illegal because a
