C/L/289. Consumer protection law in UK

The paper looks at the development of consumer civil rights in the UK describing legislation and authorities that protect the consumer and indicating the "private" and "public" remedies available to the consumer. The role of the UK government in improving consumer protection law is highlighted.

C/L/268. Are consumer rights adequately protected by consumer law? 

The paper considers the growth and development of consumer rights at present evaluating whether these rights are adequately protected by statutory enactments and judicial decisions. An outline of the objectives of the Sale of Good Act 1979 is provided discussing the protection of rights by the criminal and civil law in the UK. , The steps that have been taken to protect consumers in the form of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 are detailed. 

C/L/202. Analysis of Consumer Credit Act 1974

The paper examines the Consumer Credit Act 1974 outlining the types of credit agreement stipulated by the Act, advising on how to identify whether the agreement falls within the Act, describing transactions falling under the Act, related regulations, and examples of money lending cases.

C/L/130. Commercial Law – The Role of the Principal, Agent and Third Party:

This paper focuses on a series of case studies that identifies the role of hiring an agent in commercial law. This paper analyses the role of an agent whereby it illustrates that the key element is that the agent acts within line with the Principal's interests. Therefore this paper argues and provided the legal authority that illustrates that the agent must do as the Principal requests in their contract; otherwise she is liable to indemnify any losses that occur due to unauthorized actions. It also illustrates that the agent owes a fiduciary duty to the principal and as the third party is not privy to the contract and if the agent holds one of the three types of power then the principal is bound to the contract with the third party. Therefore this paper must provide the following background information in order to correctly advise each of the parties; therefore this discussion must consider the elements of fiduciary duty that the agent owes to the company; as well as privity of contract in relation to exceptions. In addition this discussion will also consider the situations the Third Party can enforce the contract.

C/L/129. SALE OF GOODS ACT & TITLE IN GOODS

This assignment is a problem question and addresses issues arising in relation to the Sale of Goods Act 1979. In particular this assignment discusses when title in goods pass from seller to buyer. This assignment also addresses S44 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979, which gives an unpaid seller a right of stoppage in transit which arises only if the buyer has become insolvent. This assignment then discusses implied terms under the Sale of Goods Act 1979, in particular section 14 and additional rights available to persons dealing as consumers.

C/L/124. Consumer Protection Law – Advice to Mr. Smith

If all the elements are in the contract along with good faith then the contract is complete and must be honoured or a breach of contract law may be present. Good faith is present within all types of contracts whereby it refers to the honest intent to act without taking an unfair advantage over the other person within the contract. If there is a defence of frustration then Mr. Smith has no action. Therefore the Sale of Goods Act 1979 and Sale and Supply of Goods Regulations 2002 need to be looked at, where there will be protections for Mr. Smith. As the company is in liquidation this may make it hard for Mr. Smith to get anything than what the company offers Mr. Smith; therefore the Insolvency Act 2000 and the Sale and Supply of Goods Regulations 2002 need to be discussed in order for Mr. Smith to receive a fair judgment.

S/L/107. Nestle's infant formula: ethical issues

The paper examines the ethical aspects of the Nestlé's infant formula reviewing critical attitudes towards it and discussing consumer rights against misleading and deceptive products. Theories of egoism and utilitarianism are reviewed. The effect of the boycott upon Nestle is argued.

C/L/115. Has the rise of consumerism and consumer rights recently, been adequately balanced with appropriate redress by the law as it stands?

Corporate liability and criminal law in recent years has been extended to criminalize the actions of companies in instances of wrongdoing when breaching consumer rights. This is a very broad topic ranging from the protection of the consumer from unfair trading practices and dangerous goods through to the protection of the environment from negligent and intended actions of a company's employees and directors. It will consider the protections under EU and English law to uphold consumer rights. It will also discuss illustrate how the company as an entity is liable for the actions of its employees; hence changing the playing field in respect to civil law traditionally protecting the actions of the company. This exploration will illustrate that the English law in its criminalization of such acts has gone a step further in protecting the consumer's person and property; however the notions of consumer as king need to be transferred in to the civil law of contract.

E/L/27. Consumer Credit Act in UK

The paper examines the role of the Consumer Credit Act (CCA) in the economy of the UK reviewing the history and the functions of the Act, and discussing advantages and disadvantages of the proposed amendments.

E/L/22. Legal advice on tourism law

The paper analyses a legal case involving injuries to passengers and baggage during the flight to a holiday destination. Warsaw/Hague and Montreal Conventions related to injuries during international flights are reviewed; the parties concerned are advised on their legal rights and remedies. This paper analyses the following case. Ali and Sneha have decided to fly to Florida for their holidays and plan to meet up with their friends Hannah and Oliver who have booked to go New Orleans first. They have booked through their local travel agents. Ali and Sneha booked their flights over the internet and fly from East London airport. When they arrive at the airport, they are told that they cannot board the plane due to overbooking. The airline staff apologise and promise to put them on the next available flight which is later the same day. Eventually the plane takes off. Towards the end of the flight there is an announcement that the airplane is about to encounter some turbulence that appears to be caused by Hurricane Wilma that is gathering force. Sneha puts on her seatbelt as advised. Ali is restless and so ignores the seatbelt sign. He gets up and immediately the airplane hits the turbulence causing him to fall. Sadly, he badly sprains his wrist. The plane finally lands much to the relief of Ali and Sneha. As they are about to disembark, Sneha falls over the lifejackets that became dislodged during turbulence. She hits her knee causing her acute pain. Just as they believe matters cannot get any worse, they discover that the airline have lost their luggage including Sneha’s new digital camera. Meanwhile Hannah and Oliver have a trouble free flight. They are very excited to be staying in New Orleans as they have heard what a wonderful, vibrant city it is. On arrival, they are a little surprised by the weather, as it is a little windy. Their alarm is heightened further when they discover that New Orleans is in the path of Hurricane Wilma, which is due to reach land the following day. Furthermore, weather forecasts predict total devastation for the location around their hotel. They are very frightened and believe that the travel agent should have known about this and taken steps to advise them. The paper is advising Ali and Sneha and Hannah and Oliver of their rights and remedies in law. Sneha’s knee causes her acute pain for several months and Ali’s injury has, in his opinion, ruined his holiday.