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[[File:Consumer Law Essentials cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]When you buy something or hire someone to perform a service, you are a consumer. Knowing how to protect yourself as a consumer can help you save money and avoid problems. ''[[Consumer Law Essentials]]'' explains your rights for common consumer purchases and contracts, as well as the steps you can take when something goes wrong. | [[File:Consumer Law Essentials cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]When you buy something or hire someone to perform a service, you are a '''consumer'''. Knowing how to protect yourself as a consumer can help you save money and avoid problems. ''[[Consumer Law Essentials]]'' explains your rights for common consumer purchases and contracts, as well as the steps you can take when something goes wrong. | ||
At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Consumer Law Essentials|Where to Get Help]]" section. | At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Consumer Law Essentials|Where to Get Help]]" section. | ||
We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Consumer Law Essentials|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text. | We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Consumer Law Essentials|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text. | ||
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| text = Visit the People’s Law School website at [http://www.peopleslawschool.ca www.peopleslawschool.ca] for more in-depth coverage of your rights as a consumer and how to deal with legal problems. | |||
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=== People's Law School === | === People's Law School === | ||
