State v. A.N.W. Seed Corp.

The sole question presented is whether the court abused its discretion by denying defendants' motion to vacate a default judgment. We reverse.

The State commenced this action against the Kilthaus alleging violations of the Consumer Protection Act based on alleged misrepresentations with regard to the growing and marketing of Jerusalem and American artichokes. The alleged misrepresentations were made in oral and written advertising and other promotional materials. The State sought damages on behalf of the alleged injured farmers and a permanent injunction as to each misrepresentation. After…