Category: Consumer Protection Law

  • 25 Common Consumer Complaints and Their Legal Resolutions

    Product and Service Complaints  Defective Products Complaint: A product does not work as advertised or breaks shortly after purchase. Resolution: Seek a repair, replacement, or refund under warranty laws or implied warranty protections. False Advertising Complaint: A product or service is not as described in advertisements. Resolution: File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission…

  • 20 FAQs About Consumer Protection Law You Should Know

    General Consumer Protection What is consumer protection law? Answer: Consumer protection law refers to the laws and statutes that protect consumers from deceptive, unfair, or fraudulent business practices. Who enforces consumer protection laws? Answer: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and state consumer protection offices enforce these laws. What is the…

  • 30 Questions on Consumer Protection and Legal Recourse

    General Consumer Protection Questions What is consumer protection? Answer: Consumer protection refers to laws and regulations that protect consumers from fraudulent, deceptive, or unfair business practices. Which agencies enforce consumer protection laws? Answer: Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and state consumer protection offices. What are unfair trade practices? Also read: Answer:…

  • 40 Tips to Protect Yourself Under Consumer Protection Law

    Know Your Rights as a Consumer  Familiarize yourself with the laws such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).  Warranty Protections  Know your express and implied warranties, including those guaranteed by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act to ensure product repairs, replacements, or refunds.  Cooling-Off…