eWeek is reporting that both Microsoft and Pfizer have files parallel suits agains the companies behind the Viagra spam.
“According to the companies, Pfizer filed civil actions against CanadianPharmacy and E-Pharmacy Direct, alleging trademark infringement, “unfair competition under both federal and state law, as well as deceptive trade practices in violation of New York state law.” They also allege that the companies are selling non-FDA approved sildenafil citrate, the chemical name for Viagra, in violation of U.S. law.
Microsoft’s legal actions were against two spamming groups that promote CanadianPharmacy and E-Pharmacy Direct. The software giant also filed three additional suits against spammers promoting three other online pharmacies. The suits were brought under the federal CAN-SPAM act and various state laws.”
