Each year, consumers get bilked out of billions thanks to deceptive advertising. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says that in 2022 alone, fraud cost consumers over $8.8 billion. A huge chunk of that came from plain old dishonest advertising. This staggering figure highlights how vital it is to know your rights and spot when legal action is …
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Consider this: online shopping scams worldwide cost consumers over $41 billion in 2023, as reported by Statista. The ease of online shopping and enticing prices can easily draw one in. I have been there. Remain vigilant though. Scam artists operate bogus websites designed to steal your money. If you fall victim to one of these schemes, …
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It is disheartening how prevalent online scams have become. The Statista Research Department reported that India saw fraud losses exceeding 275 billion rupees during 2023. If you have been victimized, understand that you are not alone. I intend to walk you through the difficult process of money recovery from online scam incidents, offering actionable steps and discussing …
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Have you ever handed over your hard earned money, only to watch the company disappear as if it never existed? It happens a lot more than you think. I was floored when I learned that a Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution report shows a huge number of complaints in India regarding terrible service and …
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Imagine clicking ‘buy now’ on that must have item, only to have it vanish into the digital ether after you finalize the purchase. I have been there. It is incredibly frustrating. A report from the Department of Consumer Affairs indicates that e commerce complaints spiked 25% in just two years. What should you do when you have paid …
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the tracking updates of a long awaited package, anticipation building with each scan, only to discover the contents are wrong, damaged beyond repair, or have simply disappeared into thin air. The statistics are quite alarming: over 440 million people in India are shopping online, according to Statista. This massive number also means a rise in …
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Ever bought something that turned out to be a complete dud? I know the feeling. You anticipate a product performing as promised, not arriving defective or misrepresented. You are entitled to a fix, but navigating consumer redress in India can feel like an uphill battle. A report from the Department of Consumer Affairs reveals millions of consumer …
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almost 60% of consumers right here in India find themselves on the receiving end of some less than ethical business maneuvers. What is even more mind boggling is that next to nobody bothers with legal action. A Ministry of Consumer Affairs study back in 2023 made it crystal clear why so many consumer complaints get tossed out; …
Ever feel like you have been duped? I know I have. And guess what? I am in good company. A study not long ago showed almost 70% of folks are unhappy with some product or service annually. That is huge. So, getting the hang of how to draft a consumer complaint correctly is vital. It …
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A staggering 70% of Indian consumers report being bamboozled by misleading advertising. It is a wild west out there, frankly. So, understanding your consumer legal rights? Not an option. It is your armor. I have seen firsthand how this knowledge flips the script, handing power to individuals facing shady business tactics. As we head into 2025, …
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