Do I need a Lemon Car Lawyer?
The answer depends upon which State you Purchased or Registered your car in. In some States and with proper documentation, you simply file a Complaint. In other States, you will need to hire an Lemon Law Attorney.
What is the Car Lemon Law?
The Lemon Law is
designed to protect consumers that purchase new cars, trucks,
SUVs and mini-vans. As of 1993 all fifty U.S. states have passed
Lemon Laws. Each state has different standards and
procedures, but all have similar coverage.
There are also other Consumer Protection laws that apply to
consumer product purchases. Complaints, recalls and class
actions are also an option for certain cases. There are options
for new, used and leased vehicles.
What if the Lemon Law does NOT apply?
If the defects with your vehicle do not meet the requirements of the Lemon Law, you may have claims under other state and federal laws that protect owners of new or used vehicles. Check with your Lemon Law Attorney for your rights.
What Is a Safety-Related
Defect?
Generally, a safety-related defect is a problem that exists in a
motor vehicle or item of motor vehicle equipment which:
- poses an unreasonable risk to safety
- is common to a group of vehicles of the same design or manufacture, or items of equipment of the same type and manufacture.