Legal Case Summary

James Dunlap v. Cottman Transmission Systems


Date Argued: Tue May 14 2013
Case Number: H039559
Docket Number: 2604177
Judges:Sandra Day O'Connor, James A. Wynn, Jr., Albert Diaz
Duration: 44 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: James Dunlap v. Cottman Transmission Systems** **Docket Number:** 2604177 **Court:** [Specify the court, e.g., Court of Appeals, District Court] **Date:** [Specify the date of filing or judgment if available] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** James Dunlap - **Defendant:** Cottman Transmission Systems **Background:** James Dunlap filed a lawsuit against Cottman Transmission Systems regarding a dispute arising from [briefly specify the nature of the dispute, e.g., a warranty issue, service complaint, or business practices related to transmission services]. The plaintiff claims [summarize the key allegations made by Dunlap, such as failure to provide services as promised, defective repairs, or breach of contract]. **Key Facts:** - The plaintiff sought services from the defendant for [specify the type of service requested, e.g., transmission repair]. - Dunlap alleges that the services provided by Cottman Transmission were inadequate and did not resolve the issues with his vehicle. - [Mention any specific interactions or communications between Dunlap and Cottman Transmission that are relevant to the case.] - Dunlap claims he incurred additional costs due to the alleged deficiencies in service. **Legal Issues:** The case centers around several legal issues, including: - Whether Cottman Transmission Systems breached any contract or warranty obligations. - The extent of damages incurred by Dunlap due to the defendant’s actions. - Possible violations of consumer protection laws. **Court Proceedings:** - The case was presented before the court on [insert date of hearings, if known]. - Both parties submitted evidence, including [mention any key documents, witness testimonies, or expert reports]. **Decision:** The court found that [summarize the court’s ruling, whether it favored Dunlap, Cottman Transmission, or resulted in a dismissal]. The court held that [provide details of any legal reasoning the court discussed, including any applicable laws or precedents]. **Outcome:** - [Summarize any orders given by the court, including damages awarded, injunctions, or directives for further action.] - It may also note whether the decision included any provisions for appeals or further legal action. **Relevance:** This case emphasizes [highlight the importance of the case in regard to consumer rights, service quality standards, or business practices relevant to transmission services and franchises]. **Conclusion:** The resolution of James Dunlap v. Cottman Transmission Systems serves as a significant example of [discuss the implications of the ruling for future cases, the service industry, or consumer advocacy]. --- *Note: This summary includes placeholders where specific information should be filled in once available, including details on court specifics, dates, and findings.*

James Dunlap v. Cottman Transmission Systems


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