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From Conk's description it sounds as though the front diff was drained and never got refilled, so the way it died would tend to confirm as some residual oil is left in there, but eventually it overheats and bearings and gears self destruct. Lawyer would be last resort, work with the shop, document everything first including pictures! Then if needed, twist the shops' arm, then small claims, but hopefully it's resolved before this point.