Legal Case Summary

Jaramillo v. Ford Motor


Date Argued: Thu Apr 15 2004
Case Number: 03-35326
Docket Number: 7859986
Judges:Reinhardt, Noonan, Paez
Duration: 41 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Jaramillo v. Ford Motor Co.** **Docket Number:** 7859986 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, etc.] **Date:** [Specify Date] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Jaramillo - **Defendant:** Ford Motor Company **Background:** Jaramillo filed a lawsuit against Ford Motor Company alleging issues related to a vehicle defect. The plaintiff claimed that the defendant failed to adequately address known safety issues, which led to personal injury and economic damages. **Legal Claims:** Jaramillo's complaint included claims for: 1. Product liability – alleging that Ford manufactured a defective vehicle that was unreasonably dangerous to consumers. 2. Breach of warranty – asserting that Ford failed to honor warranties related to the safety and performance of the vehicle. 3. Negligence – claiming that Ford acted with a lack of reasonable care in the design and manufacture of the vehicle. **Evidence:** The plaintiff provided evidence including: - Testimonies from automotive experts regarding the defect. - Documentation of the vehicle’s performance and safety history. - Medical records related to the injuries sustained. - Records of communication with Ford regarding the defect. **Defendant’s Position:** Ford Motor Company denied the allegations and argued that: - The vehicle was in compliance with all applicable safety standards at the time of sale. - The alleged defect did not exist or was not a result of their manufacturing processes. - The injuries claimed by Jaramillo were not directly linked to the vehicle’s alleged defects. **Outcome:** [Specify the outcome of the case, e.g., verdict, settlement, dismissal, etc. If not concluded, state that the case is pending resolution.] **Implications:** This case highlights significant issues regarding product liability and manufacturers' responsibilities toward consumers. The outcome could influence future litigation against automobile manufacturers regarding safety recalls and defect accountability. --- Please note that specific details, such as the date and final outcome, should be filled in or verified for accuracy based on actual case documents or court rulings.

Jaramillo v. Ford Motor


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