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Can I charge different prices to different customers without violating discrimination laws in Massachusetts? What are the requirements?

Charging Different Prices to Different Customers in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, it is generally considered discriminatory and a violation of discrimination laws to charge different prices to different customers based on protected characteristics such as race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or a condition related to said pregnancy including, but not limited to, lactation or the need to express breast milk for a nursing child, ancestry or status as a veteran [3.1].

However, there may be legitimate business reasons for charging different prices to different customers, such as differences in production costs or market demand. In such cases, it may not be considered discriminatory [1.1].

It is important to note that Massachusetts law requires motor vehicle dealers to include all charges of any type, except taxes, in their advertised price for a new motor vehicle [2.1].

Therefore, if you are considering charging different prices to different customers, it is important to ensure that there are legitimate business reasons for the price differences and that the differences are not based on protected characteristics.

If you have any further questions or concerns, it may be helpful to consult with a legal professional.

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Massachusetts