Henry Garcia and Yolanda Garcia v. Ford Motor Company
Published: Nov. 14, 1998 | Result Date: Aug. 31, 1998 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: BC173835 Verdict – $0
Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Central
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Brian Takahashi
(Bowman and Brooke LLP)
Experts
Plaintiff
James McNab
(technical)
Defendant
Eric Gillanders
(technical)
Facts
On July 16, 1996, plaintiffs, husband and wife, purchased a new 1996 Ford Aerostar van from Don Kott Ford. One week later, they returned because the front brake backing plates were loose. Over the next four months, plaintiffs returned with complaints about tire rubbing and intermittent cruise control operation. The plaintiffs brought this action against the defendants based on the Song-Beverly Act.
Settlement Discussions
Plaintiffs made a settlement demand for $27,000 plus keeping their vehicle. The defendant made no offers.
Damages
The plaintiffs sought civil penalties for Ford's failure to make restitution and asked for $33,148 plus attorneys fees.
Other Information
The verdict was reached approximately one year and two months after the case was filed. A settlement conference was held on June 29, 1998, before Judge Reginald Dunn without success.
Deliberation
3½ hours
Poll
10-2
Length
four days
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