Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act Breach Of Warranty In Harris
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The DTPA provides that "false, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful." The DTPA prohibits certain acts or practices "in the conduct of any trade or commerce." This is a very broad provision.
One year of coverage on all workmanship and exterior materials, for example, such as siding, stucco, doors, trim, drywall, paint. Two years of coverage on windows, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical systems. Six years is the standard of coverage in Texas for major structural defects.
The Deceptive Trade Practices Act (sec. 17.46) protects consumers from unlawful business practices. In particular, this section of the DTPA lists what is considered an unlawful business practice in Texas. Also see section 17.50 for the legal remedies available when a warranty is breached.
In order to sue under the DTPA, several elements must be met. The elements of a DTPA action include that the plaintiff must be a consumer, the defendant must have committed one of the proscribed acts under the DTPA, and the defendant's actions must have been the producing cause of the plaintiff's harm.
Sec. 17.46. DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES UNLAWFUL. (a) False, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful and are subject to action by the consumer protection division under Sections 17.47, 17.58, 17.60, and 17.61 of this code.
Exemptions to The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (the “DTPA”) Attorneys (or other similar professionals), Real Estate brokers & Realtors are oftentimes exempt from DTPA claims. This exemption, however, will not apply in cases of fraud or misrepresentation.
The DTPA is often used in real estate disputes involving: Sellers who fail to disclose foundation, flooding, or structural issues. Real estate agents making false promises or material omissions. Contractors providing substandard construction or repair work.
Exempt: Over 30 exemptions including: Confidential information as defined by law; personnel information; litigation or settlement negotiations involving state, competition or bidding information; certain real estate information; certain legislative documents; certain investigation or prosecution documents; certain ...
