Turkish Commercial Code Article 55: unfair competition by disparagement
Article 55 treats disparaging others or their products and activities with false, misleading or needlessly hurtful statements as unfair competition.
Scope
Competitors' fake reviews, misleading comparative claims and false statements about your brand on social media.
Remedies
Declaration, injunction, removal of the effects (including content), damages and publication of the judgment.
General information, not legal advice. In real cases we work alongside lawyers who specialise in digital rights.
Frequently asked questions
Is harsh but true criticism unfair competition?
Usually not, unless presented in a needlessly hurtful way.