consumer protection law

• What does consumer protection law aim to do

  ensure that consumers are treated fairly by the companies with which they interact
• What areas does legislation cover for consumers

  • The safety of products
  • The standard and quality of products
  • The rights of customers if they are unhappy with their purchase
  • The product information that must be given to customers 
• What does consumer protection law ensure businesses cant do

   gain an unfair advantage over rivals by taking shortcuts or by making false claims about its products