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

In Pennsylvania, a consumer is defined similarly to the general definition, as an individual who buys goods or services primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. The state's consumer protection laws are designed to safeguard consumers from unfair and deceptive business practices. The Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL) provides a legal framework for addressing consumer complaints and allows for enforcement actions against businesses that violate the law. This includes a wide range of unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce. Consumers in Pennsylvania have the right to seek remedies which may include actual damages, treble damages for knowing violations, and in some cases, attorney's fees. It's important for consumers to understand their rights under these laws and to seek the advice of an attorney if they believe their rights have been violated.

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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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