I put it this way because I would trust the independant mechanic more then I would the dealership. read more
If you mechanic violates the terms of your agreement, they are liable for damages. Generally speaking, when you drop your car off at a mechanic’s shop, you create a bailment relationship. In other words, the mechanic will keep your vehicle for a limited period of time—and for limited purposes. read more
That requires the shop to take reasonably good care of the car while it is in their custody. If they don’t, then if the vehicle is damaged while in their possession and control, you have a right to recover damages for what they do wrong or the damage they cause (or, if they don’t return the car at all, for the value of the car itself). read more