UDAP Gold: Lessons to be Learned from the Landmark Decision of Dwyer v. Ameriprise - TL

Deceptive trade practices claims present a myriad of issues which can confound the practitioner and judges alike. This seminar is geared towards helping you to present successful arguments on why statutory additional (treble) damages should be awarded. You will learn the differences between the award of statutory additional damages and the award of common law damages. Importantly, you will also learn what to argue to the court regarding what is the extent and limitations of a trial judge’s discretion when considering whether to award statutory additional damages. 

This program will focus on the recent seminal decision of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court in Dwyer v. Ameriprise. What is truly helpful about the Dwyer decision, (besides the fact that it is clearly written), is that in reaching its decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court analyzes various key cases from jurisdictions throughout the United States, as well as cites to helpful United States Supreme Court precedent. All practitioners who bring deceptive trade practices claims, should find this seminar to be helpful. A basic understanding of why different types of damages are awarded is helpful, but not necessary. 

This seminar will provide valuable insight for attorneys with experience with deceptive trade practices claims and also attorneys new to this area. The level of presentation will cover the necessary background for having an advanced understanding of how to successfully present your statutory damages claims. It is suggested to read the Dwyer majority opinion and the concurrence in advance of the seminar.