Legal Question in Consumer Law in Pennsylvania

Bought item falsely represented on EBay

I purchased a machine on ebay represented as new and never used. I picked up the machine and when I went to use it I noticed there were damaged parts inside. I contacted the seller and he admitted it had fallen off of a truck and someone had tried to repair it. He assured me I could return the machine and get my $2750.00 back. I contacted him to make arrangements to return it and he told me he didn't have my money anymore and there is nothing he can do for me. Do I have any legal rights to get my money back? The machine does not work...it is unrepairable and completely useless. I've filed complaints with ebay, but I want to know if I can take legal action.


Asked on 11/09/03, 1:15 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
David L. Bargeron Unemployment Help Center

Re: Bought item falsely represented on EBay

Your certainly have legal rights to get your money back. However, your legal remedy varies depended upon several factors. Was the seller a private individual or a retailer? Where is the seller located? I note that you picked up the machine � did you inspect the machine at that time? Further, does the machine have any value in the current condition?

If you provide this additional information, I would be glad to assist you.

David L. Bargeron, Esquire

610-972-6610

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Answered on 11/12/03, 12:46 pm


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