Michigan § 445.55 - Action for declaratory judgment or injunction; action for damages and attorneys' fees.
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§ 445.55. Action for declaratory judgment or injunction; action for damages and attorneys' fees.
Whether or not the person seeks damages or has an adequate remedy at law, a person may bring an action to do either of the following:
Obtain a declaratory judgment that a method, act, or practice is unlawful under section 3.
Enjoin in accordance with the principles of equity a person who is engaging or is about to engage in a method, act, or practice which is unlawful under section 3.
A person who suffers loss as a result of a violation of this act may bring an action to recover actual damages or $250.00, whichever is greater, together with reasonable attorneys' fees.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 445.55
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.55 cover?
Section 445.55 ("Action for declaratory judgment or injunction; action for damages and attorneys' fees.") 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.
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