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Ford Loses Class Certification Ruling at Oklahoma Supreme Court
Publication Date: 2009-04-27
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When an appeals court tossed the case, Ford may have thought it was free and clear of a $60-100 million nationwide class action alleging a defect in truck accelerator pedals. Then the Oklahoma Supreme Court took a look. Now the plaintiffs' case, led by Houston's Gibbs & Bruns, is on the road again.

In re Edward Yalowitz v Prudential Equity Group LLC
Publication Date: 2006-01-05
Practice Area: Alternative Dispute Resolution | Attorneys Fees | Damages
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By Mazzarelli, J.P., Andrias, Sullivan, Williams, Malone, JJ. 7064. In re Edward Yalowitz pet-ap, v. Prudential Equity Group LLC, etc. res-res ______________

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April 28, 2009 |

Nationwide Class Action Reinstated Against Ford Motor Over Accelerator Pedals

The Oklahoma Supreme Court last week reinstated a nationwide class action against Ford Motor Co. and auto parts maker Williams Controls that contends that certain models of Ford Super Duty pickup trucks and Expedition SUVs contain faulty accelerator pedals. The case, which includes an estimated 300,000 to 500,000 class members, alleges breach of warranty, negligence and product liability. An attorney in the case said plaintiffs will be seeking $60 million to $100 million, depending on the final class size.
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