School Of LawConsumer Protection LawWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 200655.1
Discipline: BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL LAW
Student Contribution Band: 3
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
69133 - Consumer Protection Law
Incompatible Units
F3028 - Trade Practices Law
Prerequisite
200011 Contracts AND 200014 Commercial Law
About this Unit
In 2011, this unit replaced by 200774 Consumer Law and Policy. This unit builds on concepts learned in Contracts and Commercial Law. It provides a detailed examination of misleading or deceptive conduct under section 52 of the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth), and related provisions dealing with false or misleading representations. Unconscionable conduct under the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) and relevant industry codes will also be covered. The protection offered to consumers through this regime will be explored in a range of contexts, including regulation of advertising, the financial services sector and e-commerce. Enforcement through civil and criminal proceedings, including accessorial liability, and a range of defences to these actions will also be covered.