| My age: | 25 | |
| Ethnic: | Bolivian | |
| Hair color: | I have short silky chestnut hair | |
| Body type: | Muscular | |
| I prefer to drink: | I like to drink liqueur |
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But there are still lessons to be learned for the rest of us. May 11, This column advised consumers to watch for provisions in contracts that limit the ability to resolve disputes, such as language that prevents suing or ing class-action lawsuits. The company in the column, Master Matchmakers, did not include a class-action waiver in its contract, though it did include limits on damages that may be recovered. That company lists Levine as vice president of operations and his father as president and chief executive.
It also highlights so-called non-disparagement clauses — provisions that increasingly cropped up in consumer contracts in recent years that forbid people from saying bad things about a company, including on review sites such as Yelp. As of this week, Master Matchmakers had such a clause in its terms of service, leaving Levine with the impression that he could be targeted with a lawsuit for breach of contract.
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As it happens, a new federal law, the Consumer Review Fairness Act, took effect last month. But there are gray areas. She also should live near Boston, where he works for a software company. He said he decided to splurge on Florida-based Master Matchmakers because he knew he was being picky and figured a professional cupid might be able to expedite the process. The first woman Levine was introduced to last summer lived in New York, not Boston, so that was a thing. Nearly all his female clients prefer a man taller than 5 foot 9, he said.
Levine also turned to Google and Yelp. Online reviews are blunt instruments, and businesses would be smart to do everything possible to avoid bad customer experiences.
Column: he wanted jewish, liberal and not so tall. the dating service gave him some, not all. then the yelp war began
Meanwhile, Ward took a big risk by including a non-disparagement clause in his contract even as the Consumer Review Fairness Act came into force. Prior to the new law, he was just being sneaky and unfair, preventing clients from criticizing him or his firm. Now he faces a possibility of financial penalties. He also did himself no favors by publicly attacking the integrity of a client.
If nothing else, this whole sorry mess drives home the importance of reading contracts and fine print.
I know, I know: Nobody does this. If you see a non-disparagement clause, walk away. That company may be a lawbreaker. Also watch for provisions that limit your ability to resolve disputes, such as language that prevents you from suing or ing class-action lawsuits. Some matchmakers may not always have the magic touch, while people who are rigid about their romantic expectations probably will be frustrated. Send your tips or feedback to david.
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