Dealer Never Disclosed the Accident — Judge Says They DIDN’T HAVE TO?!

A couple takes a car dealership to court after discovering their “new” Cadillac had previously been in an accident that was never disclosed. Judge Gauthier examines Michigan law and delivers a surprising ruling over what car dealerships are legally required to tell customers. 0:00 Opening Statements and Case Overview 0:59 The Defense Argues Its Position 2:43 Interrogating the New Versus Used Distinction 5:09 The Role of Statutory Disclosure Requirements 8:23 Plaintiff's Response to the Disclosure Statute 13:53 The Court's Final Ruling 📜 FAIR USE NOTICE This video features publicly available courtroom footage for educational, documentary, news, and public-interest purposes. Footage may be edited for clarity, length, and viewer understanding under Fair Use, including 17 U.S.C. § 107. Civil Court TV does not claim ownership of original court footage unless otherwise stated.