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Choose your state for Lemon Law attorney list and state law:
Federal Laws
• Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
• Uniform Commercial Code
Consumers purchase or lease new vehicles with the goal (amongst other reasons) in mind of
having safe, reliable transportation . But when they discover that their car isn't as reliable
or as safe as expected by the finding it necessary to make repetitive trips to the dealer for
service their car can become an ultimate source of frustration, especially after numerous failed repair attempts.
If this scenario sounds all to familiar or you know someone where it does, relief may be just
a phone call or email away. Consumer protection statutes commonly referred to as "Lemon Laws"
were created by the 51 state legislatures and designed to give remedies against manufacturers for
breach of warranties on automobiles. Lemon law statutes in some jurisdictions grant protection for
leased and recreational vehicles (RV's), vans, motorcycles, and watercraft but generally limited
to primarily personal, family or household use. Consumers can
qualify for completely free legal
representation under numerous state or Federal laws.
State Lemon Laws vary between states but generally provide a specific or "reasonable" number
of repair attempts (usually 4) or days that the vehicle was out of service (usually 30 days) for
defects that substantially impair the safety, value or use of an automobile. Some laws provide for
special provisions for dangerous defects. In addition to state law their are Federal laws that
grant consumers certain legal rights and protections. You can select and read your state's law
and the applicable Federal Law from the above list. There may be other legal rights available
under Common Law or Consumer Fraud Protection Act statutes.
Numerous states have their own Arbitration programs available consisting of a few member panel
where each party presents their side in an informal setting where consumers are not required but
can have an attorney present. Generally arbitration decisions are not binding on consumers should
they decide to pursue litigation in court where it is best to have legal representation by an
experienced Lemon Law Attorney. It may be best to consult with an attorney in this highly
specialized area of Consumer Law before opting for arbitration when available to discuss the various options.
To find out how your state lemon law or other rights can help resolve your vehicle's problems,
contact an experience Lemon Law attorney
using Lemon Law Office's State Lemon Law Attorney
Directory or contact your attorney general or consumer affairs office where listed under your state.
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