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N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A: § 358-A:12

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N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A: § 358-A:12
This chapter does not affect unfair trade practices otherwise actionable at common law or under other statutes of this state.
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Section 358-A:12 of New Hampshire's Consumer Protection Act clarifies that the statute does not eliminate or replace other legal remedies that may already exist. If a business practice qualifies as an unfair trade practice under common law principles or a separate New Hampshire statute, those independent legal avenues remain fully intact. In other words, the chapter operates alongside—rather than instead of—other applicable legal frameworks.

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For Property Managers

Under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:12, property owners and managers should be aware that compliance with Chapter 358-A alone does not necessarily shield them from liability under other legal theories. Conduct related to rental housing could potentially be challenged through common law claims or other state statutes that exist independently of this chapter. Operators generally maintain practices that satisfy not just Chapter 358-A but also the broader body of New Hampshire law governing fair dealing.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 358-A:12 preserves the full range of legal options that may be available to tenants beyond what Chapter 358-A itself provides. If a landlord's conduct might constitute an unfair trade practice under common law or another New Hampshire statute, those remedies are not foreclosed by this chapter. Tenants exploring their options may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand which legal theories—whether under Chapter 358-A or other frameworks—may apply to their circumstances.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:10
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:10
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A:10

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