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| Author: | Stiglitz, G. A. |
| Title: | Consumer law in Argentina and the MERCOSUR |
| Journal: | Journal of Consumer Policy
1994 : DEC, VOL. 17:4, p. 459-469 |
| Index terms: | CONSUMER PROTECTION ARGENTINA SOUTH AMERICA |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | The paper reports on the new Argentine Consumer Protection Act (CPA) which was adopted by the Parliament in 1993 but partially vetoed by the President. It aims at creating a specific system of consumer protection law, thereby extending the already existing provision of the Argentine Civil Code and special market legislation. The CPA tries to improve the position of the consumer in the marketplace and vis-a-vis public services before, during and after conclusion of a contract. It contains provisions on conciliation, acces to justice, and collective redress. It attaches great importance to establishment of consumer associations and to consumer education. Finally, The author looks at the importance of the CPA for regional integration in South America through MERCOSUR. |
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