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What Voids the Lemon Law in California?

• October 27, 2021
• Categories: Lemon Law

While the California Lemon Law is clearly designed to protect consumers, there are certain instances in which a manufacturer may not be required to repurchase or replace a defective vehicle.  The most obvious instance is when a vehicle becomes defective because of abuse and neglect by the owner.  For example, if an owner never changes the oil or has wrecked the vehicle in an accident, the manufacturer is not liable when the veh...

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What types of problems are covered by the lemon law?

• September 22, 2021
• Categories: Lemon Law

California has one of the most progressive lemon laws in the nation that ensures vehicle owners’ protection.  Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if you purchase a defective vehicle, you are entitled to a legal r...

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When is a Car a Lemon?

• September 30, 2020
• Categories: Lemon Law

You’ve probably heard the slang term “lemon” thrown around in conversation when a person is referring to a product, vehicle or deal that turned out to be a dud.  But in all seriousness, you may be looking for a more specific definition when you ask yourself: “When is a car a lemon?” Turns out California has a very specific definition and series of criteria when...

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What is the average lemon law settlement in California?

• March 25, 2020
• Categories: Lemon Law

We’re often very excited when we buy a new car and have dreams of all the places we’ll go – a day at the beach, a weekend of skiing, or a family getaway.  That’s why it’s so frustrating if you discover that your new vehicle does not work as it should or has a chronic defect. Luckily, California has a very consumer friendly Lemon Law – The Song-Beverly Act – that provides you with a legal remedy if you can prove your car is a lemon...

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When is a Car a Lemon?

• March 25, 2020
• Categories: Lemon Law

You’ve probably heard the slang term “lemon” thrown around in conversation when a person is referring to a product, vehicle or deal that turned out to be a dud. But in all seriousness, you may be looking for a more specific definition when you ask yourself: “When is a car a lemon?”

Turns out California has a very specific definition and series of criteria when determining ...

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What happens when you win a lemon law case?

• March 10, 2020
• Categories: Lemon Law

California has one of the most consumer-friendly lemon laws in the nation, and many people may be asking themselves, “What happens when you win a lemon law case?” If you win, it’s good news all around, because you have choices. You can request that the manufacturer repurchase or replace your vehicle, or you can ask your lemon law attorney to negotiate a cash settlement for you. Our San Diego lemon law attorneys serve all of California ...

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Where Do Broadside Collisions Most Commonly Occur?

• July 23, 2019
• Categories: Lemon Law

Where do broadside collisions most commonly occur? They can happen in many different settings, for many different reasons, but these types of collisions are very common at intersections. Broadside collisions are also referred to as side-impact collisions or T-bone collisions. One of the most common characteristics of broadside collisions is the angle at which one vehicle collides with the other. Typically, the two vehicles form a 90-degree angle...

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Top 6 Myths About the California Lemon Law

• July 2, 2019
• Categories: Lemon Law

If you have a new or used car in California that has had far too many repair problems, you may qualify for relief under the California lemon law. But many people have misunderstandings about the lemon law that we would like to clear up here: Myth #1 A Used Vehicle Does Not Qualify for Lemon Law Protection Lemon laws exist in all states. In some states, only new vehicles can qualify for lemon law protection. But in California,...

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