Missouri Homeowner Sues Roofing Company Over Contract Dispute

A Missouri homeowner hired a St. Joseph-based company to replace a roof damaged by a hailstorm more than four years prior. The homeowner claimed the workmanship was poor and the project was left unfinished. After the company sued for breach of contract, the homeowner alleged the contract was fraudulently engineered and stopped payment. The homeowner's attorney countersued the company.

The case involves Missouri’s Merchandising Practices Act, which allows consumers to pursue legal action when they believe they have been taken advantage of. The law is designed to penalize wrongdoing and provide remedies for consumers, potentially allowing prevailing consumers to be awarded attorney fees.