Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

Faulty Repairs

An auto repair shop replaced a water pump in my car. It was guaranteed for one year for parts. After 8 months it went bad and severely damaged the front part of the engine. They are willing to pay for the cost of a new water pump, but not all the other damage it caused.

Do I have a case for the additional cost of the other parts and labor?

Would this be a good case for small claims court? Damage roughly $800.00


Asked on 8/18/03, 6:03 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Alvin Tenner Law Office of Alvin G. Tenner

Re: Faulty Repairs

By all means yes.

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Answered on 8/19/03, 10:05 pm
Dieter Zacher Law Offices of Dieter Zacher

Re: Faulty Repairs

This kind of case is perfect for small claims. What do they think, that there wouldn't be additional damage to the vehicle if the water pump broke. Just be careful, you may have acknowledged in the repair estimate or work order that they would not be responsible for this kind of problem. Then, they would argue that you contracually agreed to waive any right of recovery against them for this type of thing. Review any documents regarding the repairs in detail before you file in small claims. Good luck and thanks for inquiring.

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Answered on 8/20/03, 3:09 am


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