Walter v. Hall’s Empirical Analysis

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2 district · 7 state decisions

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1. “6-1-113. Damages. (1) The provisions of this article shall be available to any person in a civil action for any claim against any person who has engaged in or caused another to engage in any deceptive trade practice listed in section 6-1-105 or 6-1-105.5. (2) ... [A]ny person who, in a private civil action, is found to have engaged in or caused another to engage in any deceptive trade practice listed in section 6-1-105 or 6-1-105.5 shall be liable in an amount equal to the sum of: (a) Three times the amount of actual damages sustained or two hundred fifty dollars, whichever is greater; and (b) In the case of any successful action to enforce said liability, the costs of the action together with reasonable attorney fees as determined by the court.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. Hall v. Walter

2. “undisputed that the actions and representations of defendants caused fences to be torn down, locks to be cut, and gates to be left open.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. Hall v. Walter