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Product Liability

Jan. 29, 2003

Court Reverses Award Of $6 Million for Fraud

LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles appellate court has reversed a $6 million punitive damage award against a vehicle parts manufacturer, ruling that the plaintiff cannot receive punitive damages against the manufacturer on claims it was sold defective "sprag clutch" helicopter parts.

        LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles appellate court has reversed a $6 million punitive damage award against a vehicle parts manufacturer, ruling that the plaintiff cannot receive punitive damages against the manufacturer on claims it was sold defective "sprag clutch" helicopter parts.
        The appeals court said that Robinson Helicopter Co. could have only breach-of-contract damages against ...

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