Michigan § 445.837 - False statement; noncompliance; remedies; action pursuant to Michigan consumer protection act; other remedies.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.837 — False statement; noncompliance; remedies; action pursuant to Michigan consumer protection act; other remedies., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 445.837. False statement; noncompliance; remedies; action pursuant to Michigan consumer protection act; other remedies.
A service dealer who makes a false statement of a character likely to influence, persuade, or induce a customer to authorize the repair, service, or maintenance of an appliance or who fails to substantially comply with the disclosure requirements of this act is subject to the remedies prescribed by subsection (2).
A person may bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction for actual damages resulting from a violation of this act in the amount of his or her actual damages or $250.00, whichever is greater, together with reasonable attorney fees. The court may award up to twice the amount of damages if it finds that the violation of this act was willful.
This act does not prohibit the attorney general, a prosecuting attorney, or a person who has suffered a loss as a result of a violation of this act from bringing an action pursuant to the Michigan consumer protection act, 1976 PA 331, MCL 445.901 to 445.922, for any act or omission relative to this act.
The remedies under this section are cumulative and independent. The use of 1 remedy by a person or the department of attorney general shall not bar the use of other lawful remedies, including injunctive relief, by that person or the department of attorney general.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 445.837
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.837 cover?
Section 445.837 ("False statement; noncompliance; remedies; action pursuant to Michigan consumer protection act; other remedies.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 445.837?
A common citation format is "Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.837" (Michigan). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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How does Michigan § 445.837 apply to my situation?
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