Physical defect liability in consumer sales – principles and functioning

Abstract

The article pertains to physical defect liability in business-to-consumer contracts of sale. The paper shows the definition of a physical defect and the statutory designation of a physical defect. The author describes consumer rights when defects are revealed and the corresponding seller’s rights. The article also mentions time limits in warranty rights. Moreover, it contains the topic of compensation for the damage caused by physical defects in a bought item.