Missouri SB1471 establishes the "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation" to address litigation alleging disability access violations.
Missouri SB1471, known as the "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation," establishes provisions for litigation alleging disability access violations on websites. It allows residents of Missouri to file a civil action against parties initiating such litigation if deemed abusive. The bill outlines factors for determining abusive litigation, including the plaintiff's history, the defendant's resources, and settlement discussions. If litigation is found abusive, the court may award attorney's fees, costs, and punitive damages.
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