HB 902 -- Merchandising Practices

Sponsor:  Stevenson

This bill changes the laws regarding merchandising practices.
Missouri courts are required to use the policies of the Federal
Trade Commission and interpretations given by the commission and
the federal courts to the Federal Trade Commission Act in cases
relating to unfair practices in merchandising.  Recovery in a
civil action against a seller for unfair merchandising practices
is limited to an amount equal to the difference between the
amount paid for the good or service and the actual market value
of the good or service.  Class action plaintiffs are required to
prove that the unfair actions of the seller caused each class
action plaintiff to purchase the good or service.  Each plaintiff
is also required to submit a statement requesting a specific
dollar amount and providing information regarding the nature of
his or her loss or injury.  The bill requires any judgment to
identify each plaintiff and his or her individual monetary award
and authorizes the court to determine an award of reasonable fees
for the attorney representing the class of plaintiffs.

Missouri House of Representatives
94th General Assembly, 1st Regular Session
Last Updated July 25, 2007 at 11:20 am