I Got Cheated by an Online Seller. Can I File a Case?” π€π¦⚖️ π¬ Client Question: "I ordered a product online, but it was fake and the seller refused a refund. Can I take legal action as a consumer in India?" #ConsumerRightsIndia #OnlineShoppingScam #ConsumerCourt #LegalRemedyIndia #CheatedBySeller π’ Short Answer: Absolutely! You’re not just a customer—you’re a consumer with rights. Time to lawyer up and level up! π§⚖️πͺπ² #KnowYourRights #ConsumerProtectionAct #DigitalFraudIndia #LegalHelpOnline π How to File a Consumer Complaint in India: πΉ Step 1: Send a Legal Notice to the seller or service provider πΉ Step 2: If no resolution, file a complaint under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 πΉ Step 3: Choose the right forum based on your claim amount: - District Forum (< ₹50 lakhs) - State Commission (₹50 lakhs–₹2 crores) - National Commission (> ₹2 crores) πΉ Step 4: Present all proofs—invoice, chats, emails, screenshots #ConsumerProtection2019 #...
Can I Sue a Brand for a Misleading Advertisement?" π§΄πΊπ Client Question of the Day: "I bought a product that claimed magical results in 7 days, but nothing changed! Can I take legal action against the company for false advertising?" π π¦π§Ό Answer: π’ Yes, absolutely! Under Indian law, misleading advertisements are not just unethical — they’re legally punishable . Thanks to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 , you can now file a complaint against brands that over-promise and under-deliver. π§Ύ⚖️ Here’s the “ad-break” you need: ✅ If an ad exaggerates or gives false claims , it’s termed a misleading advertisement under Section 2(28) of the Act ✅ Consumers can file a complaint with the Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ✅ Compensation can include refund, replacement, or damages for mental agony and financial loss ✅ You can even file against influencers and celebrities who endorsed it! π΅️♀️π€ ✅ Companies may face a penalty up to ₹10 lakh , and repeat off...