CASL funds extended warranty class action

CASL is backing a class action commenced by Echo Law in the Federal Court of Australia against Harvey Norman Holdings Pty Ltd and a related entity.

The action is brought on behalf of certain Harvey Norman, Domayne and Joyce Mayne consumers who bought an extended warranty known as ‘Product Care’ when purchasing other consumer items such as electronics and whitegoods.

It’s alleged that Product Care provides no value to consumers, as it offers no more than the rights and remedies that exist under the Australian Consumer Law. Monetary compensation is sought in the amount of money customers paid for Product Care plus interest.

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