The Michigan Attorney General's office has a Consumer Protection Division. It is designed to protect buyers. If you have complaints or concerns about a business in the community, you can contact this agency. When you go shopping, you may find it quite different from shopping at home. Knowledgeable clerks are generally found only in the more expensive specialty shops.
Many stores provide baskets or carts to hold the items the shopper wants.
If you do, it may appear that you do not intend to pay for it. Many stores have oneway windows to watch for shoplifters. Shoppers are advised to compare prices for the same item at different stores as prices will frequently vary. Prices in the stores are set and the shopper does not bargain with the clerks. Check with your friends to learn where they shop to find the best prices and quality.