Hyundai Motor America v. Alley

ZARNOCH, Judge.

Appellant, Hyundai Motor America, is appealing a decision by the Circuit Court for Cecil County awarding attorney’s fees to appellee, Angela Alley, under the fee shifting provisions of the Maryland Automotive Warranty Enforcement Act, the Maryland Consumer Protection Act, and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. The fees were awarded after the parties negotiated a settlement of the case, and prior to any adjudication of the merits of appellee’s claims. Appellant presents the following questions:

1. Did the circuit court err in granting appellee’s petition ' for attorney’s…