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Average Consumer
The legal benchmark used in EU and UK consumer law: a reasonably well-informed, observant and circumspect person. Claims are judged by how this person would understand them.
EcoAppraise context
Technical accuracy is not enough. Claims must be understood correctly by an ordinary member of the target audience.
Related terms
Unfair Commercial Practices Directive (UCPD); Implied Claim
Enforcement cases
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