Ensures foods are safe, wholesome and sanitary; human and veterinary drugs and medical devices are safe and effective;cosmetics are safe;and electronic products that emit radiation are safe. FDA also ensures that these products are properly represented to the public.
Cease-and-Desist Order:
Poison Prevention Packaging Act:
Requires potentially dangerous household substances, such as medications and cleaning products, to come in child-resistant packaging.
Sellers:
Want to sell goods or perform services so they can make a profit.
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Consumer:
Better Business Bureau (BBB):
Reports to consumers on the reliability of businesses.Disclaimer:
Fair Credit Billing Act:
Allows consumers to dispute charges they do not recognize, charges for product they never received, and other errors.Goods:
Items that are produced and sold for use and purchase by people.Identity Theft:
Lemon Law:
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Let the Seller Beware (Caveat Venditor):
Bait and Switch:
Class Actions:
Unfair Trade Practice:
Federal Trade Commission (FTC):
Independent U.S. agency established in 1914 to promote consumer protection and eliminate harmful anti-competitive business practices.Warranty:
Full Warranty:
Implied Warranty:
Obligation implicitly imposed on all sellersLimited Warranty:
Any warranty that provides less protection than a full warranty.
Puffing:
Restitution:
Product Liability:
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA):
Ensures foods are safe, wholesome and sanitary; human and veterinary drugs and medical devices are safe and effective;cosmetics are safe;and electronic products that emit radiation are safe. FDA also ensures that these products are properly represented to the public.Cease-and-Desist Order:
Poison Prevention Packaging Act:
Requires potentially dangerous household substances, such as medications and cleaning products, to come in child-resistant packaging.Sellers:
Want to sell goods or perform services so they can make a profit.Mislabeled: