Consumer Law is a broad scope of the law. While the government has the responsibility to provide for adequate consumer protection, often-protective government oversight fails. Businesses are required to let you know detailed information about their products, particularly in areas where safety or public health is an issue, such as food. Businesses also have a duty by the consumer law to ensure that their products or services do not harm consumers. Our Office vigorously represents consumers who have been harmed or financially damaged by unsafe or defective products. At The Law Office of Robert W. Bauer, P.A., we have the knowledge, eperience, and resources to help you. 

Lemon laws:
Clients often find that vehicle they intended to purchase is actually the remains of a previous wreck, or an adjusted or rolled back odometer. Occasionally, a consumer will find themselves in a lease that is specifically designed to take advantage of an unsuspecting consumer. A number of "salvage" vehicles -- which have been declared a total loss -- are glued together and resold without disclosure to unknowing buyers. Significant mechanical problems with the car, bent frames, indications of body damage, unusually high repair bills, or tires wearing out early may indicate a consumer was sold a rebuilt wreck. Persistent mechanical problems could also indicate a "laundered lemon." These are vehicles which a previous owner returned to the manufacturer pursuant to a state lemon law. Our firm can research the title and find out if a consumer has purchased a lemon. Sale of a lemon may entitle you to sue for a refund, or a replacement vehicle.

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act:
collection practices. Creditors, professional debt collectors, and attorneys who violate the law are subject to paying actual damages, statutory penalties and the consumer'sMost state and federal law protect you against many unfair, deceptive and abusive debt attorneys fees and costs. The following is a list of common violations under the law applicable to Florida:
Abuse and harassment
Contacts with work, family and friends
Fraudulent Credit reporting
Bankruptcy discharge violations
Suing in distant locations
Improper Disclosures in Debt collector's first communication

Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (DUPTA)
The law provides protection for consumers who are the victims of deceptive and unfair marketing tactics and/or trade. This may include bait & switch,  deceptive  or fraudulent  wording,  or other unfair practices. Our office handles numerous cases regarding DUPTA . We will discuss your situation, and can determine if DUPTA applies.

Product Liability
If you have been injured as the result of product defect or malfunction, you may have a claim against that company for your injuries, loss of work, or other damages resulting from the products regular and typical use. Contact our firm today to discuss your rights. Product liability cases are often handled by a group called a "class." You may be familiar with the term "class action." This is where a collective party of individuals form a group due to the similarities of their claim against a product and/or business. Our firm may assist in holding a company liable for the harm resulting from its product.