“Keeping class members ignorant was arguably to the detriment of the class and, consequently, arguably an abuse upon which there is a reasonable prospect the PCR could succeed,” the judgment reads, adding an element of intrigue.
However, the tribunal remained unconvinced about a breach of warranty or statutory rights in Apple’s case. The tech giant argued that it had released information about the batteries in December 2017 and instituted a discount replacement program as a practical solution to the battery-related issues. David Wolfson KC of One Essex Court, representing Apple, asserted that this was a “sensible way” to address the problem.
The Legal Saga Unfolds
Apple’s attempt to strike out the claim was also thwarted by the tribunal, intensifying the drama.
Gutmann expressed his satisfaction with the tribunal’s decision, stating, “This paves the way for millions of consumers, who were left paying for battery replacements or new phone models, to receive the compensation they deserve.”
