Consumer Lawsuits

The Act makes it easier for purchasers to sue for breach of warranty by making breach of warranty a violation of federal law, and by allowing consumers to recover court costs and reasonable attorneys` fees. This means that if you lose a lawsuit for breach of either a written or an implied warranty, you may have to pay the customer`s costs for bringing the suit, including lawyer`s fees.

Because of the stringent federal jurisdictional requirements under the Act, most MagnusonMoss lawsuits are brought in state court. However, major cases involving many consumers can be brought in federal court as class action suits under the Act.

Although the consumer lawsuit provisions may have little effect on your warranty or your business, they are important to remember if you are involved in warranty disputes.

Other Consumer Protection FAQs

Q: Alternatives To Consumer Lawsuits
A: Although the Act makes consumer lawsuits for breach of warranty easier to bring, its goal is not to promote more warranty litigation. On the contrary, the Act … More