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Unfair Competition |
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Basics
In essence, unfair competiton results when a competitor crosses the line from playing tough to playing dirty. And since there are innumerable ways to cross that line, the body of law that has evolved to protect the marketplace from such activities is rich and diverse, particularly in New York where so much commercial activity takes place. Broadly speaking, unfair competition includes deceptive practices, deliberate confusion, misappropriation, palming off, theft of trade secrets, breach of covenants not to compete or solicit, infringement, and use of confidential information, to name a few. Common law (i.e. case law) grounds most actions alleging unfair competition, but certain unfair acts and practices may trigger codified rememdies not available under common law. New York's General Business Law, for example, provides for injunctive relief in certain settings, as well as for treble damages and attorney's fees.
We offer advice and counseling on all aspects of Unfair Competition Law.
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Crosby Higgins LLP, 350 Broadway, Suite 300 New York, NY 10013 | Tel: 877-5-BIZLAW or (646) 452-2300 Fax: (646) 452-2301 |
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