§ 7-7-4 - Borrower's remedies for violation of chapter
O.C.G.A. 7-7-4 (2010)
7-7-4. Borrower's remedies for violation of chapter
(a) Any borrower injured by a violation of this chapter may bring civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction for recovery of damages. Judgment shall be entered for actual damages and in no case shall be less than the amount paid by the borrower to the loan broker, plus reasonable attorney's fees and costs. An award may also be entered for punitive damages.
(b) Any borrower injured by a violation of this chapter may bring an action against the surety bond or trust account, if any, of the loan broker.
(c) The remedies provided under this chapter are in addition to any other procedures or remedies for any violation or conduct provided for in any other law.