Massachusetts License Law
Under M.G.L. Chapter 93A, a buyer who successfully sues a seller for unfair and deceptive practices may recover:
AOnly actual damages
BActual damages, plus up to treble damages for willful violations, plus attorney's fees✓ Correct
CA fixed statutory penalty of $5,000
DOnly emotional distress damages
Explanation
Chapter 93A allows recovery of actual damages. If the violation was willful or knowing, the court must award up to three times actual damages (treble damages) plus reasonable attorney's fees and costs.
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