Gaza... from one PROFESSIONAL business man to another: If anyone uses such underhanded tactics to take away business that I have developed (this man's strategy is dishonest and unethical, and apparently the way he works, illegal), then I would DEFINTELY get any authority involved that I could.
I really don't mind rehashing some of the debate. When I started my window cleaning business, I got a business licence, insurance, paid taxes, did everything on the up and up. From all views, I have a legal and upstanding practice. No one should try to run a small business otherwise.
Gaza, I would not hesitate one more second! Nail the guy!! Do it in a legal, professional way. Get the HS involved. No way anyone should get such an advantage or hurt your business through lies and illegal business practice. NO WAY!!