Don't Get Ripped Off

We work to protect consumers by:

Alerting the public to hidden dangers, scams, and unsafe products
Educating consumers about their rights in the marketplace

We have created a series of guides to help you avoid rip-offs and scams, and to be a smarter, healthier consumer.

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Resource | Consumer Protection

Toy Safety Tips

Summary

From toxic chemicals to choking hazards to dangerous magnets, see what dangerous toys to watch out for while you shop.

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Report | Consumer Protection

The 2012 Trouble in Toyland report is the 27th annual U.S. Public Interest Research Group survey of toy safety. In this report, U.S. PIRG provides safety guidelines for consumers when purchasing toys for small children and provides examples of toys currently on store shelves that may pose potential safety hazards.

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News Release | OSPIRG | Consumer Protection

Survey Finds Dangerous Toys on Store Shelves

Dangerous or toxic toys can still be found on America’s store shelves, according to Oregon Student Public Interest Research Group’s 27th annual Trouble in Toyland report.

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Report | OSPIRG | Consumer Protection

Trouble in Toyland

The 2012 Trouble in Toyland report is the 27th annual Oregon Student Public Interest Research Group (OSPIRG) survey of toy safety. In this report, OSPIRG provides safety guidelines for consumers when purchasing toys for small children and provides examples of toys currently on store shelves that may pose potential safety hazards.

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Resource | Textbooks

Textbooks Project Packet

Summary

Want to join the fight to make textbooks affordable? Download this resource for everything you need to know to organize the textbooks campaign on your campus.

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