File an online Complaint. Engaging in deceptive trade practice prima facie evidence of intent to injure competitor; other rights of action not limited.These laws prohibit everything from using a fake trademark to altering a used car's odometer. NRS 598.0947 - "Trade name" defined. If you have been a victim of consumer fraud or deceptive trade practices, you have rights under Nevada law. A person engages in a "deceptive trade practice" if, in the course of his or her business or occupation, he or she: 1. Like many states, Nevada enacted deceptive trade practices statutes to protect consumers. Violations of the law are considered unfair or deceptive trade practices subject to enforcement under the Nevada Consumer Protection Act. The Nevada Attorney General points out that a deceptive trade is any act that aims to mislead the consumer. NRS 207.171 is the Nevada statute that prohibits using false or misleading advertisements.
