West Virginia Sues Building Supplies Vendor: Consumer Protection at Risk
West Virginia's Legal Action Against Building Supplies Vendor
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has filed a lawsuit against a Boone County man over allegations of violating the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act. This lawsuit concerns the failure to provide building materials after consumers had made full payments for shed and barn kits. The Attorney General's Office has documented 23 formal complaints against Douglas Baisden, who operated as Build a Barn LLC and Barnyard Building Supplies LLC since 2013.
Background of the Case
- Baisden allegedly continued taking orders and payments from 2021 without delivering the goods.
- Consumers were met with excuses or cut off completely when seeking refunds or goods.
- At least nine individuals have initiated their own lawsuits to recover lost funds.
Consumer Protection Demands
The Attorney General is pursuing consumer restitution and equitable relief for all victims, aiming to secure a ban on Baisden from future business involving advance payments for goods intended for future delivery. The demands also include civil penalties and recovery of attorney fees.
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