I am an online shopaholic but
when it comes to my rights as a consumer I really don’t know what im entitled
to, for example if someone was to hack my account on an online shopping website
and use my card details I wouldn’t know what my rights are and what legal
issues apply to website and to me. Hence why
it is important to read any legal disclaimers that a website has, and
also ensure that you understand the current Unfair Terms Act.
The shopbop example shows that
they have outlined their responsibilities as an online shopping website, aswell
as including the legal options if something was to evolve from a fraudulent
event. Although it is relating to USA law, it does apply to international users
as it states that their disclaimer can be over ruled by specific law outlined
in your area.
I believe the shopbop disclaimer
is legally effective as it states that in some circumstances the consumer may
have additional rights, and although it doesn’t specify the details of where it
is and what is applicable, it still ensures the consumer understands what they
are entitled to. It is also legally
effective as it uses wording which deters consumers from wanting to make a
claim as they understand the disclaimer to be of the law and therefore are less
likely to challenge it.
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