6 Del. C. §§ 2511, 2513, 2525 § 2525
Private cause of action; savings clause for private claims against persons who acquired property by unlawful practices
Operative Text
(a) A private cause of action shall be available to any victim of a violation of this subchapter. Such cause of action may be brought in any court of competent jurisdiction in this State without prior action by the Attorney General as provided for in this subchapter. (b) Subject to an order of the court terminating the business affairs of any person after receivership proceedings held pursuant to this subchapter, the provisions of this subchapter shall not bar any claim against any person who has acquired any money or property, real or personal, by means of any acts or practices declared by this subchapter to be unlawful.
Under 6 Del. C. §§ 2511, 2513, and 2525, individuals who have been harmed by unlawful trade practices covered by this subchapter have the right to bring a private lawsuit in a Delaware court of competent jurisdiction, without waiting for the Attorney General to act first. Additionally, the subchapter does not extinguish claims against parties who obtained money or property through those unlawful practices, even if court-supervised receivership proceedings have been initiated to wind down a business. This provision preserves independent legal remedies for victims alongside any government enforcement actions that may be underway.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Delaware should be aware that 6 Del. C. §§ 2511, 2513, and 2525 allow individuals harmed by unlawful trade practices to sue directly in state court without any prior government action. Compliant operators generally ensure their acquisition and business practices conform to the subchapter's requirements, since money or property obtained through unlawful means remains subject to private claims even after receivership or business wind-down proceedings. Maintaining clear, lawful transaction records is a standard practice that supports demonstrating compliance if a private claim is ever raised.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 6 Del. C. §§ 2511, 2513, and 2525, tenants or other individuals who believe they have been harmed by unlawful practices covered by this subchapter may file a private lawsuit in a Delaware court without first needing the Attorney General to take action on their behalf. This provision also preserves the right to pursue claims against anyone who acquired money or property—including real property—through those unlawful practices, even if that party is subject to receivership proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand what remedies may be available under this subchapter.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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