District Of Columbia Code § 42-2434

Private actions.
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In addition to any action by the Attorney General authorized under this chapter and any other action otherwise authorized by law, a homeowner may bring an action for damages incurred, or equitable relief, as the result of a practice prohibited by this chapter.
A homeowner who brings an action under this chapter and who is awarded damages or equitable relief may also be awarded reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.
A violation of this chapter shall be a violation of Chapter 39 of Title 28 and all remedies of the chapter shall be available for such action. A private cause of action under the chapter is in the public interest.
The remedies provided in this section are cumulative and do not restrict any remedy that is otherwise available.

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