Dealership

Philadelphia Car Salesman Wins $625,000 in Age Discrimination Lawsuit Against Local Dealership

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Philadelphia, PA – A former car salesman has been awarded $625,000 in compensatory damages by a federal jury that found a local car dealership guilty of subjecting the salesman to a hostile work environment based on his age. In a further move to address the issue, the court granted an additional sum exceeding $327,000 to cover legal fees and costs incurred by the plaintiff’s representation. The plaintiff, Michael Burgo, who also served as a manager at the dealership for a period, brought the case against Boulevard Autogroup, which operates as Barbera Autoland. The verdict comes … Read more

50 Years of Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law: Essential Developments Every Lawyer Must Be Aware Of

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MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin — As Wisconsin’s Fair Dealership Law marks its 50th anniversary, it is vital for lawyers to stay informed on recent developments surrounding this legislation. The law, which provides protections to franchisees against unfair termination or non-renewal by franchisors, has had a significant impact on the state’s business landscape since its enactment. This article aims to delve into the key aspects lawyers should know about this historical law. The Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law was enacted in 1971, making Wisconsin one of the first states to adopt such legislation. Its primary objective is to safeguard … Read more

North Canton Prevails in Former Spitzer Dealership Property Appraisal Case

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North Canton, Ohio – The former Spitzer car dealership property in North Canton, acquired by the city under eminent domain to widen Charlotte Street NE and North Main Street, has been accurately appraised, according to a recent ruling by a jury in Stark County Common Pleas Court. The jury also agreed with the city’s argument that the buildings on the property, which had a history dating back to 1922 and 1962, were worthless and that the city should not have to pay for demolishing them. However, the jury determined that the city should have paid … Read more

Hampton Police Officer Faces $20 Million Lawsuit for Shooting Man During Car Dealership Incident

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HAMPTON, Va. (AP) – Hampton Police Officer Bryan Wilson and the City of Hampton are facing a federal lawsuit regarding the shooting of Christopher Rice two years ago. On January 4, 2022, Officer Wilson shot Rice multiple times outside a car dealership on Mercury Blvd after Rice allegedly hit a police sergeant in the head with a bat. During a court hearing in June 2022, the police sergeant who was assaulted detailed the events leading up to the shooting. The sergeant explained that officers were called to the car dealership due to a trespassing incident … Read more