Case Number:
23NWCV01846
Hearing Date:
February 6, 2024
Dept:
C
Michael Thalken, et al. vs Ford Motor Company, et. al

Case No.: 23NWCV01846

Hearing Date: February 06, 2024 @ 9:30 AM



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Tentative Ruling

I.

Defendant Ford Motor Companys Demurrer to the Second Cause of Action is OVERRULED.

II.

Defendant Santa Margarita Fords Demurrer to the Third Cause of Action is SUSTAINED with 30 days leave to amend.

Defendant Ford Motor Company to Answer within 20 days.

Defendants to give notice.



Background

On June 15, 2023, Plaintiffs Michael Thalkan and Brandi Thalken initiated this action asserting a cause of action against Defendant Ford Motor Company under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (Act) for breach of express warranty, a second cause of action for fraudulent concealment against Ford Motor Company, and a third cause of action for negligent repair against Santa Margarita Ford. The Complaint alleges that on June