Wisconsin Consumer Laws

Wisconsin's consumer laws were developed to protect consumers from a wide range of unfair business practices.

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Wisconsin's consumer laws were developed to protect consumers from a wide range of unfair business practices. The state has laws to prevent the development of monopolies, stop deceptive business practices, and provide consumers with legal recourse for injuries caused by a product or service. For example, Wisconsin's lemon law requires auto companies to replace a vehicle that has had persistent issues that were covered under warranty. FindLaw's Wisconsin Consumer Laws section provides resources on the state's lemon laws, antitrust protections, deceptive trade practices laws, and more. Click on a link below to learn more about Wisconsin's consumer laws.

Learn About Wisconsin Consumer Laws

  • Wisconsin Deceptive Trade Practices Laws

    This article covers the Wisconsin Consumer Act and the types of deceptive and unfair practices prohibited under it, including auto odometer tampering and more.

  • Wisconsin Antitrust Laws

    Wisconsin's antitrust laws are aimed at fostering competition and preventing any one business from gaining an unfair advantage. Read on to learn more.

  • Wisconsin Homestead Laws

    Wisconsin's homestead law allows property owners to designate a piece of property as a "homestead," potentially shielding it from creditors. Learn more by reading this article.

  • Wisconsin Lemon Laws

    Wisconsin's lemon laws provides consumers with legal recourse when they buy a car that's plagued with constant issues. Read on to learn more about the state's lemon law.

  • Wisconsin Interest Rates Laws

    This article offers a summary of Wisconsin laws setting limits on interest rates and establishing penalties for acts of "usury," including a list of exceptions.

  • Wisconsin Identity Theft Laws

    A look at Wisconsin's identity theft laws, which prohibit the theft of personal information for the purpose of financial fraud or other crimes involving the identity of another.

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