From
The KDDK Advantage - August 2006
New Code Against
Home Improvement Fraud
The Indiana General Assembly recently
amended the Indiana Code to expand the scope of situations
that can be considered home improvement fraud. The amendments
include more severe penalties when the fraud is committed
against a consumer who is 60 years old or older and the
contracted amount exceeds a certain sum. Newly enacted
home improvement fraud violations include:
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Misleading a consumer into thinking there is a threat
of fire or structural damage if property is not repaired.
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Failing to provide a copy of a written warranty or
guarantee that states the length of the warranty, the
home improvement that is covered by the warranty, or
how to make a claim for a repair under the warranty.
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Using a product that has been diluted, modified,
or altered in a manner that would void the manufacturer’s
warranty without disclosing to the consumer the reasons
for modifying the product and the fact that the manufacturer’s
warranty may be compromised.
Claiming falsely that the home improvement provider
was referred by a contractor who previously worked for
the consumer; is licensed, certified, or insured; or
has obtained all necessary permits or licenses before
starting the home improvement.
Amy Steinhart practices in the areas
of business, real estate, family & adoption law and
estate planning services.
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