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Most cases where triple damages are awarded occur when the plaintiff has done everything by the books, and the defendent had delayed or ignored the plaintiff's (legal) request.
example: some time back my boss had issues with her landlord regarding water pipes and usage. She had requested he fix the leaky, noisy pipes. The landlord ignored her request for months. As far as renters' rights go, she was able to withhold her rent until he fixed the problem, and because she had followed all the rules and documented every step she took, she was able to file for treble damages. She won.
The worst that can happen will be that the judge will not award treble damages. In any case, I would make sure you have documented every step you have taken, to prove that you executed due diligence in trying to resolve the issue.
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