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Consumer Β· Your rights

Consumer disputes & faulty products

When something you paid for is faulty, not as described, or a business has done the wrong thing, you have rights under Australian Consumer Law. We help you enforce them without the runaround.

Part of our Litigation & disputes practice.

How we help

What we help with

The process

How it works

Know your consumer guarantees

Australian Consumer Law gives you automatic rights β€” we explain what you're actually entitled to.

Make a firm demand

A clear letter setting out your rights often gets the refund, repair or replacement moving.

Escalate if ignored

If the business won't budge, we help you take it to the tribunal or court, or the right regulator.

Good to know

Common questions

'No refunds' β€” is that legal?

Signs saying 'no refunds' don't override your legal rights. If a product is faulty or not as described, you're generally entitled to a remedy regardless.

What are consumer guarantees?

Automatic rights under Australian Consumer Law β€” goods must be of acceptable quality, match their description and be fit for purpose; services must be done with due care.

The business is ignoring me β€” what now?

A formal letter of demand from a lawyer often changes the tone. If not, VCAT or a small-claims process is usually the next step.

I bought a faulty car β€” do I have rights?

Yes β€” consumer guarantees apply to vehicles too. Depending on the fault, you may be entitled to a repair, replacement or refund. We'll advise.

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