Establishes the "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation" to allow residents and businesses in Missouri to sue for abusive litigation related.
The "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation" allows residents and businesses in Missouri to file a civil action against parties who initiate litigation alleging website access violations. The act defines abusive litigation as actions primarily aimed at obtaining payment from defendants due to litigation costs. Courts may award attorney's fees, costs, and punitive damages to defendants in such cases. The act also outlines factors for determining if litigation is abusive, including the number of similar actions filed and the defendant's efforts to correct alleged violations.
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