Posts tagged "australian consumer law"

Small Business Ombudsman Bruce Billson has said the ruling should reassure small businesses that protections are available from unconscionable conduct.

The Federal Court has found Australia-wide courier delivery franchisor Megasave misled franchisees with false income guarantees.

More small businesses are reporting dodgy behavior in the B2B market, prompting a warning from the ACCC and deputy chair Mick Keogh.

Woolworths and Coles have been told by the ACCC to stop using their loyalty schemes to track customers in ways that limit their control.

The ACCC has reiterated its call for tougher product safety laws after revealing millions of dangerous products are still floating around the economy.

The ACCC has reiterated its focus on unfair contract terms, encouraging businesses to get in touch if they believe they're being done a dodgy.

HealthEngine will face court over allegations it deleted negative reviews and made money from sharing personal information without adequately disclosing it.

Debt collector Panthera Finance is alleged to have chased one consumer for almost four years over a $2,400 bill that wasn't even theirs.

THe ACCC has lost a bid to prosecute Woolworths over allegedly misleading claims about the biodegradability of eco-friendly crockery.

The Federal Court has handed down a $2.3 million fine to a company which sold fake indigenous art - but the bill is unlikely to be paid.

Danish jewellery retailer Pandora has admitted it likely breached Australian Consumer Law and has entered into an EU with the ACCC.

Target and Baby Bunting have been slapped on the wrist by the ACCC for selling unsafe baby products, just a day after Rod Sims said he wanted big penalties.