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Consumers

A consumer is a person who purchases goods or services for personal use.

In New York State, a consumer is generally defined as an individual who purchases goods or services for personal, family, or household purposes. This definition is consistent with various consumer protection laws at both the state and federal levels designed to safeguard consumers from unfair or deceptive business practices. New York's General Business Law (GBL) contains several provisions that protect consumers, including laws against deceptive acts and practices (Article 22-A), regulations on specific types of goods and services, and the Lemon Law, which provides recourse for consumers who purchase defective vehicles. Additionally, federal laws such as the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act) prohibit unfair or deceptive acts affecting commerce, further protecting consumers in New York and across the United States.

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State Statutes

consumer goods contractor agreements cooperative associations

dangerous and defective products disability discrimination in public places door - to - door sales contracts

express warranties in leases of goods express warranties in sales of goods

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

gaming law

implied warranties in leases of goods implied warranties in professional services implied warranty in repairs

lotteries

price gouging

Telephone Consumer Protection Act

unfair competition / deceptive practices

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Consumers

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