Court Case Could Have Implications For HVACR Contractors
Therefore, the Court of Appeals confirmed the trial court's decision that the cause of action against the roofer alleging a violation of that act should be dismissed.
This is an important decision because there is some confusion as to what is or is not covered under the Song-Beverly Act. The Song-Beverly Act provides for treble (triple) damages and attorneys fees. Presumably, this is the very reason that the owner filed the suit alleging a violation of the act. The act deals with retail sales of "consumer goods." Non-consumer goods, consumables, and all non-retail commercial transactions are not covered by the act.