Tucker v. Martin Chevrolet (YC041309)

Hon. Bob Hight, Los Angeles County Superior Court

MOTOR VEHICLE:

Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act

ATTORNEYS:

Plaintiff, Michael Eric Tucker

Rene Korper, Esq. (Norman Taylor & Associates, Glendale, CA)

Defendant, General Motors Corporation

Matthew Proudfoot, Esq. (Gates, O’Doherty, Gonter & Guy)

Defendant, Martin Chevrolet

Elizabeth L. Kolar, Esq. (Kolar & Associates, Santa Ana)

FACTS & CONTENTIONS:

Plaintiff, Tucker purchased a used 1998 Chevrolet 1500 truck from Martin Chevrolet. Mr. Tucker alleged that the car had various mechanical issues and that GMC and Martin Chevrolet breached various express and implied warranties to him.  He sued General Motors Corporation and Martin Chevrolet under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.  Defendants denied Plaintiff’s allegations.

OUTCOME:

Defense verdict for dealership, Martin Chevrolet.