Eli Bachar vs. Terry York Motor Cars, Ltd., a California Limited Liability Company, et al.

Case Background

On March 14, 2021, Eli Bachar filed a consumer protection lawsuit alleging violation of California consumer protection laws, including the Unfair Competition Law (California Business and Professional Code § 17200 et seq.), the False Advertising Act (California Civil Code § 17500 et seq.), and the Consumer Legal Remedies Act (California Civil Code § 1770 et seq.). The case was filed in the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, Los Angeles County, California. Judge Christopher K. Lui presided over the case. [Case number: 21STCV18290]

Cause

Defendant Terry York Motor Cars, Ltd. (doing business as Land Rover Encino), a California Limited Liability Company, sold various automotive services. Plaintiff Eli Bachar, a customer, filed claims against the defendants for deceptive and unfair marketing practices. Defendant Farmers Insurance Exchange, a corporation based in Kansas, sold automobile insurance in California, including the Plaintiff’s policy, number 0195479135. On December 13, 2019, the Plaintiff purchased the insurance based on Farmers’ representations. Farmers advertised its services through the "Farmers Insurance Hall of Claims," assuring clients they would handle claims quickly. When the Plaintiff sought confirmation of full coverage, Farmers repeatedly assured him that they would process his claims efficiently. Unfortunately, these promises proved false,