Lay v. Randall, No. Cv 00 0083991 (Feb. 21, 2001)

[EDITOR'S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.]

MEMORANDUM OF DECISIONThe defendant was defaulted for failure to appear. The plaintiff proceeded to a hearing in damages pursuant to Practice Book § 17-34 et seq. The court heard evidence and finds the following:

1. The defendant is not in the military or naval service.

2. The plaintiff has suffered damages in the amount of $6,700.

3. The actions of the defendant constitute a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act.

Based upon the foregoing judgment may enter in favor of the plaintiff in the amount of $6,700 compensatory damages plus punitive damages of $2,500 and attorneys fees of $2,000 plus costs.

DiPentima, J.