From Booklist
Many leading consumer advocates do not have law degrees, but neither are many lawyers seen as prominent consumer crusaders. Nonetheless, when selecting popular materials on consumer law, what better legal authority could one ask for than the American Bar Association! This is the fifth title in the association's Legal Guide series, which is written in everyday language and targets the general reader. Since the basis of many consumer transactions is the contract, a large portion of this guide is devoted to explaining the fundamentals, limitations, and mysteries of contracts. Separate chapters cover residential leases, warranties, consumer credit, automobiles, buying and selling a home, and making purchases by mail, telephone, fax, or computer. This guide is exceptionally clear and concise and is highly recommended for any public library. David Rouse
Product Description
Using familiar examples and careful, step-by-step explanations, the latest book in the successful American Bar Association series addresses all the major areas of consumer law. Readers will learn a wealth of information about warranties, fraud, credit cards, how to camcel unfair contracts, and even such cyberspace issues as whether software can be lawfully copied. 192 pp. Author tour. 15,000 print.
