York v. Conway Ford, Inc.

MOORE, Justice:

Appellant contends the trial judge erred in denying his motion for a continuance, dismissing a cause of action based on the Unfair Trade Practices Act (“UTPA”), and refusing to set aside the jury’s verdict on the remaining causes of action. We affirm in part and reverse in part.

FACTS

On November 3, 1989, appellant John York purchased a 1988 truck from respondent Conway Ford, Inc., for $5,350.00. Appellant claims prior to purchasing the truck, he was told by Conway Ford that the truck was a “like new” demonstrator and had never been titled to an individual. Almost immediately…