| Author: | Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. |
| Publisher: | Pantraxxa LLC |
| Length: | 828 pages |
| Formats: | Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook |
| ISBN: | 978-1967733859 (ISBN-10: 1967733856) |
Consumer Law and Protection in America: Your Federal, New York, and California Rights in the Digital Age
About this book
Consumer Law and Protection in America is a plain-language guide by attorney Ngozi E. Bolin to the rules, rights and remedies that protect buyers. It explains deceptive advertising, unfair credit practices, credit reporting, data breaches and subscription traps, how federal agencies such as the FTC and CFPB protect consumers, the strong state-level rights in New York and California, and what to do when a business breaks the rules.
Your Federal, New York, and California Rights in the Digital Age
From deceptive advertising and data breaches to credit reporting and subscription traps, today’s consumers face problems that did not exist a generation ago. The laws that protect everyday transactions, online and offline, are powerful, but only for consumers who know how to use them.
Consumer Law and Protection in America explains how federal agencies such as the FTC and CFPB protect consumers, why New York and California offer some of the strongest state-level rights in the country, and how to file complaints and pursue remedies that actually work.
What the book covers
- Deceptive advertising and unfair business practices
- Unfair credit practices and credit reporting
- Data breaches and protecting your personal information
- Subscription traps and online transactions
- How the FTC and CFPB protect consumers
- Consumer rights under New York and California law
- How to file effective complaints and resolve disputes
- Your legal remedies when a company deceives or overcharges you
Who it is for
- Consumers who want to understand and enforce their rights
- Professionals who advise consumers or businesses
- Students of consumer and commercial law
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Consumer Law and Protection in America cover?
It covers deceptive advertising, unfair credit practices, credit reporting, data breaches, subscription traps, the role of the FTC and CFPB, consumer rights under New York and California law, and how to file complaints and pursue remedies.
Who is the book written for?
It is written for consumers, professionals who advise consumers or businesses, and students of law.
Does the book explain how to file a consumer complaint?
Yes. It explains how to file effective complaints, how to resolve disputes, and what legal remedies are available when a company deceives or overcharges you.
Where can I buy Consumer Law and Protection in America?
It is available on Amazon in paperback, Kindle and audiobook editions.
Is the book a substitute for legal advice?
No. The book is for informational and educational purposes. For advice about your own dispute, you can book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.
About the author
Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. has been admitted to practice in New York since 1991 and California since 2013, with three decades of experience in litigation and jury and bench trials. She is the author of the Law Made Simple series of plain-English legal guides.
Need advice on your own situation? Book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.
The book and this page are general information, not legal advice for your specific situation.