In an action based on breach of implied warranty, a buyer must show that the warranty existed and its breach proximately caused the damage sustained.

Implied Warranty

Is an assurance automatically applied by law, suggesting that a product is fit for its intended purpose and meets a basic level of quality.

Breach of Warranty

Violation of the terms of a warranty agreement, where the goods or services provided fail to meet the standards or conditions promised.

Proximately Caused

An event sufficiently related to a legally recognizable injury to be considered the cause of that injury.