258 CMR, § 20.14

Current through Register 1536, December 6, 2024
Section 20.14 - Unlawful Advertising Practices
(1) A social worker shall not advertise for clients in a manner that is false, deceptive, or misleading.
(2) A licensed social worker shall not:
(a) Fail or refuse to disclose his or her licensure level in any print, electronic or other advertising materials used to inform the public about his or her practice;
(b) Perform any advertised function or service at a fee or cost which is higher than the fee or cost advertised, unless:
1. the social worker cannot reasonably charge the advertised amount because of unforeseen circumstances,
2. the social worker informs all parties directly involved of those unforeseen circumstances, and
3. the social worker obtains the informed written consent of all parties directly involved prior to performing the function or service at the higher amount;
(c) Otherwise fail to comply with all representations contained in any advertisement; or
(d) Communicate any advertisement to the public by use of radio, television, motion pictures or other electronic media unless:
1. such advertisement has been pre-recorded and approved for broadcasting or dissemination by the social worker, and
2. a copy of such advertisement is retained by the social worker and made available to the Board upon request.
(3) A group social work practice shall not fail to disclose or provide the names and licensure levels of all social workers employed by or affiliated with the group practice, including supervisors and consultants.

258 CMR, § 20.14