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Any person who suffers loss as the result of a violation of Article 8 (§ 18.2-214 et seq.), Chapter 6 of Title 18.2 shall be entitled to bring an individual action to recover damages, or $100, whichever is greater. Certified copies of the transcript and exhibits in evidence in any final proceeding in which the Commonwealth, or a county or city has obtained a permanent injunction for a violation of Article 8, Chapter 6 of Title 18.2 shall be admissible in evidence in any action brought pursuant to this section by any person claiming damage as a result of the enjoined conduct. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, in addition to the damages recovered by the aggrieved party, such person may be awarded reasonable attorney's fees.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Virginia Code Title 59.1. Trade and Commerce § 59.1-68.5. Further provisions as to actions for violation of Article 8, Chapter 6 of Title 18.2 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/va/title-59-1-trade-and-commerce/va-code-sect-59-1-68-5/
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