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-[[File:Consumer Law Essentials cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]When you buy something or hire someone to perform a service, you are a consumer. Knowing how to protect yourself as a consumer can help you save money and avoid problems. ''[[Consumer Law Essentials]]'' explains your rights for common consumer purchases and contracts, as well as the steps you can take when something goes wrong.
+[[File:Consumer Law Essentials cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]When you buy something or hire someone to perform a service, you are a '''consumer'''. Knowing how to protect yourself as a consumer can help you save money and avoid problems. ''[[Consumer Law Essentials]]'' explains your rights for common consumer purchases and contracts, as well as the steps you can take when something goes wrong.
 At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Consumer Law Essentials|Where to Get Help]]" section.