The landmark case “Ochoa v. Ford Motor Company” was adjudicated by the California Court of Appeal, case number B312261, with a decision rendered on April 4, 2023. This case centered around multiple plaintiffs who purchased Ford vehicles, specifically Ford Focus and Fiesta models with DPS6 “PowerShift” transmissions, which were later found to have been defective....Read More

In a landmark decision, the California Court of Appeal has ruled in favor of Mark Kielar, who challenged the superior court’s decision to compel arbitration of his claims against Hyundai Motor America. This ruling, significant for both legal professionals and consumers, sets a precedent that may impact future arbitration disputes involving non-signatory manufacturers. Summary of...Read More