Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. v. Cohen

MEMORANDUM OF DECISION

YOUNG, D.J.

I. INTRODUCTION

This action involves claims by Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Hi-Tech”) against Pieter A. Cohen (“Cohen”) for libel, slander, product disparagement, and violation of Massachusetts General Laws, chapter 93A (“chapter 93A”). Hi-Tech’s claims *241arise out of statements Cohen made in an article and in media appearances in connection therewith concerning an ingredient in particular nutritional supplements manufactured and distributed by Hi-Tech. After the Court denied Cohen’s motions to dismiss the action, the parties cross-moved for summary judgment,…