Characteristics of Consumer-law
(1991) Journal of Consumer Policy : consumer issues in law, economics and behavioral sciences — Vol. 14, n° 3, p. 293-315 (1991)
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- This paper analyzes elements included in the formulation of a theory of consumer law, which while derived from several different initiatives, remains an autonomous legal discipline. In constructing the model the author establishes an alternative way of viewing the consumer. This subjective approach focuses directly on the consumer and his role in the production - distribution - trade - consumption cycle. The individual consumer must be viewed as a member of a larger group. Consumers have collective interests, distinct from general public interests, which must be recognized. The author uses this model to examine policies aimed at promoting consumer interests on the Belgian economic scene and at the European Community level. The author places increased emphasis on the social aspects of consumer law and supports combining an adaptive approach with a more participative legal strategy.
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Bourgoignie, T. (1991). Characteristics of Consumer-law. Journal of Consumer Policy : consumer issues in law, economics and behavioral sciences, 14(3), 293-315. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00380901 (Original work published 1991)