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I was sent the wrong ink cartridges but I am unable to exchange them

Although the retailer is not responding to either email or phone, Mr Stubbs should start his claim with Paypal so he doesn't fall foul of the 45-day cut-off period

  • Web
  • 14/06/2012
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Am I fully protected if I use Paypal?

Paying for an online purchase through Paypal using a credit card removes the protection of the Consumer Credit Act entirely – so it's a case of caveat emptor

  • Web
  • 08/06/2012
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Can I get my laptop hinges fixed?

Even though the hinges were faulty when the laptop was purchased, Mr Rose lost his right to have PC World mend it after he attempted a repair himself

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What does the law say in Scotland?

Our answer about how many repairs a customer should have to accept failed to state the case as it stands north of the border. We explain the current position

  • Law
  • 03/06/2012
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Tomtom fails to find any satellites

As the software that runs a Tomtom is an integral part of the product, it is the retailer's responsibility to make sure that the product is replaced if it is faulty

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Confusion reigns over AOL costs

Changing ISPs can be fraught with complications, especially if it's done online

  • Web
  • 29/05/2012

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Who should replace a faulty kettle?

A kettle should certainly last longer than six months, but should the manufacturer or the seller honour the warranty?

  • Web
  • 17/04/2012
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Do I have to keep accepting repairs rather than a replacement PC?

If a PC is repaired lots of times under an extended warranty, when can you get a new PC?

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Is the issue with my Nvidia motherboard an inherent problem?

Although HP issued an alert about motherboard problems, this limited offer has long passed. Mr Anderson first needs to find out if his laptop is one of the affected

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Is it legal to sell digital downloads?

The law says it is illegal to sell anything that has been digitally downloaded, but the new European Consumer Rights Directive is seeking to change this

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Why can't I claim the cashback?

Conflicting information from Dabs and a lost invoice resulted in problems claiming cashback offered with a Toshiba laptop purchase

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Can I claim costs if I haven't received goods I ordered?

Non-receipt of goods following confirmation of an order isn't necessarily breach of contract if no money changed hands. We explain this complex legal situation

  • Web
  • 02/04/2012

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