Blessings from the Supreme Court: trade associations may restrict member advertising.

Aicher, R H · Aesthet Surg J · 2001

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Abstract

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, at the urging of the US Supreme Court, ruled that the California Dental Association may restrict its members' advertising regarding quality of care, comfort of treatment, and discounted fees. This ruling has wide application to other trade and professional associations.