State Ex Rel. Webb v. Hartford Casualty Insurance Co.

ELLIS, Judge.

On or about September 8,1994, Yolanda D. Webb agreed to purchase an automobile from Michael Smith d/b/a One Way Automotive Plaza for $5,000, which she borrowed from her credit union and paid to Smith. When Smith failed to obtain and deliver the promised car, Webb filed suit against him in the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri. Count I of her petition alleged fraud, and Count II alleged a violation of the Merchandising Practices Act, § 407.020. 1 Webb’s petition prayed for the return of her $5,000, the interest she incurred on her loan, and her attorney fees. Following…