An email advertised the online sale of inexpensive cigarettes. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) found that the ad violated the country’s advertising code, which prohibits tobacco product advertising. The ASA ordered the company not to advertise tobacco products to the public.
Government, through its agencies and officials including prosecutors, may seek to enforce its health laws. For example, the government may revoke the license of a retailer that sells tobacco products to minors. These cases may also directly involve the tobacco industry, for example, a government might impound and destroy improperly labeled cigarette packs.
Some jurisdictions allow an individual or organization to initiate an action against another private party who is not following a particular law. For example, a person may sue a restaurant that allows smoking despite a smoke free law. If the plaintiff is claiming the violation of the law caused physical harm, this may also be a personal injury case.
Any violation of a law designed to ensure fair trade, competition, or the free flow of truthful information in the marketplace. For example, a government may require businesses to disclose detailed information about products—particularly in areas where safety or public health is an issue.
An email advertised the online sale of inexpensive cigarettes. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) found that the ad violated the country’s advertising code, which prohibits tobacco product advertising. The ASA ordered the company not to advertise tobacco products to the public.