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Consumer Protection Via The Larceny By Trick Statute, Jerry A. Davis
Consumer Protection Via The Larceny By Trick Statute, Jerry A. Davis
Akron Law Review
In the decision of State v. Healy, the Ohio Supreme Court examined and interpreted the so-called larceny by trick statute. The significance of that decision in terms of consumer protection for Ohio is immense, though as yet unfelt because of a disinclination on the part of public officials and the legal community to use criminal statutes for such a purpose.
Ohio's Newest Consumer Protection: The Prepaid Entertainment Contract Act, Sandra S. Braden
Ohio's Newest Consumer Protection: The Prepaid Entertainment Contract Act, Sandra S. Braden
Akron Law Review
The Prepaid Entertainment Contract Act is not complex in its drafting and should be readily understandable by the consumer in informing him of his rights under a future service contract. There are, however, several aspects of PECA which will require clarification. First, the definition of "first service" will present problems in construction if a practical application of the Act is to be realized. Second, the extent to which a violation of this Act constitutes a per se deceptive act under the Consumer Sales Practices Act may require interpretation.' Third, a proposed Trade Regulation Rule by the Federal Trade Commission concerning …
Ohio's Newest Consumer Protection: The Prepaid Entertainment Contract Act, Sandra S. Braden
Ohio's Newest Consumer Protection: The Prepaid Entertainment Contract Act, Sandra S. Braden
Akron Law Review
The Prepaid Entertainment Contract Act is not complex in its drafting and should be readily understandable by the consumer in informing him of his rights under a future service contract. There are, however, several aspects of PECA which will require clarification. First, the definition of "first service ' will present problems in construction if a practical application of the Act is to be realized. Second, the extent to which a violation of this Act constitutes a per se deceptive act under the Consumer Sales Practices Act may require interpretation.' Third, a proposed Trade Regulation Rule by the Federal Trade Commission …