May 19th, 2009
The Washington Consumer Protection Act is Amended
The Governor recently signed ESSB 5531, which will amend the Washington Consumer Protection Act (CPA). Effective July 26, 2009, the courts will have the discretion to award treble damages up to $25,000 for consumer law violations. In addition, ESSB 5531 modifies the test set forth in Hangman Ridge v. Safeco Title Ins. Co., making it [...]
| Topics: | Articles of Interest |
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| Tags: | Consumer Protection Act, CPA |