Anhold v. Daniels

Here, we decide if the facts presented support a private action under RCW 19.86, the Consumer Protection Act. At the close of plaintiff's case, the trial court dismissed her consumer protection action stating that "[n] either the evidence presented nor reasonable inference therefrom establishes a prima facie case of unfair or deceptive acts or practices within the meaning of RCW 19.86-.020." We remand for further consideration.

Plaintiff/appellant Patricia Anhold, an unemployed single woman inexperienced in business, was approached by respondent Daniels at a social gathering. Daniels presented…