Used Car Lemon Laws

Although most everyone is aware of the lemon law as it pertains to buying a new car, many consumers may be surprised, and relieved, to know that the lemon law can also extend it’s coverage to used cars. The used car lemon law, like it’s counterpart, can change from state to state, but there are some basic details that will help you to decide if you qualify for this coverage.

First, when you purchase the used car, it has to come with some type of warranty, either the manufacturer’s warranty or one written expressly for that car. These warranties include extended warranties and warranties that are written from the car dealership. This is critical. Without any type of warranty, in most states, the coverage will not apply. If you have bought your car privately, chances are remote that you will be covered. If you have met the requirements needed when purchasing your used car so that the used car lemon law pertains to your purchase, there are steps that you need to be aware of that will help if you find you’ve purchased a lemon.
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New Car Lemon Law

Buying a new car is work. With so many models to choose from and so many options to pick, it can be a long and drawn out process even before the endless amount of papers are signed and you drive away from the lot.

Your car is new, under warranty and you're hoping that you'll be enjoying it for a long time, right? Well, unfortunately, that is not always the way it works out. For some of those unlucky few, their new car will turn out to be a lemon. Not all hope is lost, though. All fifty states now have on their books some version of the new car lemon law that is there for you if you find you need its protection. Your job is to know how to use this law to the best of your ability.
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Law Lemon Lawyer

You’ve finally done it. You bought that car that you’ve been looking at and thinking about for months. It's all very exciting, right? Well, that’s what we hope for anyway. But what happens if that car turns out to be a “lemon”. I know, this is something no one wants to think about, but unfortunately, it happens. The good thing is that you’re not without recourse. All fifty states have adopted some form of the lemon law that is written to protect people exactly like you. Since this law can vary from state to state, if you find yourself in this unfortunate position,the first thing you should do is contact a law lemon lawyer in your state.

Finding a law lemon lawyer that is familiar with the particular way your state operates when it comes to the lemon law is critical in ultimately winning your claim. This lawyer can evaluate your case and give you an honest opinion as to whether or not you even have a claim in the first place.
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Law Lemon Attorney

Buying a new car is a big step for most people. A great deal of thought and research probably went into the process before you even entered the car dealership. With the amount of models and options available to the consumer today, it’s a wonder any of us can make a decision. But, you finally have and are the proud owner of a brand new car. Great! Everything’s brand new, there’s a warranty and everything should be smooth sailing from here on out. Sounds good but, unfortunately, that isn’t always the way it works out. For those unfortunate few, their new car will turn out to be a lemon. If you find yourself in this sinking ship, the best thing you can do for yourself is to consult with a law lemon attorney.

Even though all fifty states now have some form of the lemon law on their books, the conditions and coverages for these laws do vary. A law lemon attorney can help you sort through the particulars of the law for your state and will help you decide if you even have a case.
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California Lemon Law

Although all fifty states now have a lemon law on their books, not all of them are the same. Many differ in the requirements, documentation, and benefits that will be covered by the law. In California, the California Lemon Law is pretty cut and dry.

The California Lemon Law allows the purchaser to have an out if the car they purchased turns out to be a “lemon”. First, though, the car has to come with the manufacturer’s warranty (it can also be a used car as long as the car still has some of the manufacture’s warranty attached to it). The car needs to have substantial amounts of warranty defects with reasonable attempts to fix those said defects. In California, the amount of reasonable attempts equals four attempts (two if it’s a safety issue) or more than 30 days of loss of service in an eighteen month period.
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