The primary tool the Office of the Attorney General uses to protect Texas consumers is the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA). This law lists many practices that are false, deceptive, or misleading.

2022年12月12日 · The DTPA is a broad consumer protection law that allows individuals to sue anyone who makes false, misleading, or deceptive statements in the course of business. This includes partnerships and corporations, as well as individuals.

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2025年3月19日 · The Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) is the leading consumer protection legislation in Texas. This e-book provides comprehensive, in-depth, and practical information as well as forms and checklists for those involved in a DTPA lawsuit.

The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act ("DTPA") was enacted on May 21, 1973. The full text can be found starting at section 17.41 of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. The primary purpose of the DTPA is to protect consumers against false,

The secretary of state, under the authority vested in the secretary as custodian of the seal under Article IV, Section 19, of the Texas Constitution, shall issue a license to a person who applies for a license on a form provided by the secretary of state and who pays the fees required under this section if the secretary of state determines that ...

Overcome DTPA defenses and win tough Insurance Code cases. In-the-trenches guidance, full case discussions and over 290 key forms. Includes deskbook digesting all Supreme Court DTPA cases.

The new edition of Texas DTPA Forms & Practice includes: New chapters, updating and organizing the materials on three specific types of cases, to make it easier to find the legal analysis or practice tool you need: New and Used Motor Vehicles (Chapter 14); Business Opportunities and Franchises (Chapter 15); and Manufactured Housing (Chapter 16).

2022年12月12日 · This article guides readers on the steps necessary to file a consumer complaint with the state, as well as methods to enforce a Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) claim.

2023年9月12日 · The DTPA introduced a broad range of prohibitions against false advertising, deceptive labeling, and other misleading practices. It also expanded remedies for consumers, allowing for actual damages, injunctions, and even treble damages for …