Consumer Law

3 units

This course surveys the law related to consumer transactions. We discuss topics such as solicitations, advertising, consumer privacy, credit reporting, credit discrimination, unfair and deceptive acts and practices, warranties, usury, home purchases, credit cards, automobile transactions, payday loans, credit remedies, debtor rights, and public and private enforcement. Grading is based on both class participation and a three-hour final examination. 3 units