THE LEMON LAW AND HOW TO USE IT

What's a "Lemon", what's the Lemon Law, and what to do if you bought one.


A "Lemon" is a car that when purchased new or used is found to have many or severe defects not obvious before the purchase. Lemon Laws provide legal remedies to owners whose new cars repeatedly fail in certain standards of quality and performance. Lemon Laws vary by state. States like North Carolina and California have strict Lemon laws, and along with other federal consumer protection laws, a lawyer can can present you with plenty of options available to victims. You may be within your rights to file litigation. There are plenty of Law Firms with attorneys ready to help you file a claim for reimbursement from the unscrupulous sellers. This is a general guide to help you should you be saddled with a lemon.


So You Think You Bought A Lemon

You've spent a lot of money on a new car, and are looking forward to driving it. Then the problems begin. Your car is constantly in the shop with one problem after another. It seems like you drive a rental car more often than your new one. You are spending more time dealing with problems you thought you would avoid by buying a new car. The service department just doesn't seem to be able to repair your car. You suspect you have bought a lemon!

  • The Better Business Bureau's Lemon Law page will help consumers file car complaints under their state's Lemon Law.
  • Lemon Law America is a National lemon law resource for consumers with defective automobiles, featuring lemon laws statutes for all fifty states and a directory of lemon law attorneys by state.
  • Easy Attorney Search is a network of locally based attorney legal services. search for attorneys who are experienced with your state's Lemon Law.
  • LemonLawDirect is an online resource and directory for information on the Lemon Law in many states.
  • AllGive is another online resource for Lemon Law information.
  • Auto Lemon lists Lemon Law Attorneys in practicing Michigan, California, North Carolina, Florida, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Nevada, Colorado, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Virginia


Now What?

You are not stuck with your "lemon." There are laws under which you have rights. Each state has their own Lemon Law, so your rights may vary, but rest assured there are laws to deal with your "lemon." One thing that most every state agrees on is that your car must still be under warranty, and that there should be a minimum number of attempts (usually 4) to repair the same problem without success. We've checked and found a few websites that can help you deal with your lemon.

Do I Need A Lawyer?

Probably, Lemon Laws vary in each state, what is considered in one state may not be in yours. An attorney experienced in these laws will be able to help you determine if you have a case, and what to do next. They are experienced with what documentation you will need to pursue your case.

Lemon Law Tips

1. Keep a copy of all documentation you have on your vehicle and its history. This includes all repair orders, purchase contracts, warranty books, and owners manual.
2. Take written notes of any conversations you've had with with service technicians and your dealership regarding your car. Note the date & time and name of the person you spoke with, include his comments. Note whether it was "in person" or on the telephone.
3. Ask about Technical Service Bulletins for your car.
4. Prepare a timeline detailing each attempt to repair your car, how many days it was in the shop, how many days it was out of service.
5. Don't give up. Your dealership or their repair technicians may try to tell you that these are minor repairs. But if you have a fistful of repair orders, you may have a case. Consult an attorney experienced in the lemon law for the state in which you purchased your car.

To Summarize

You may have a lemon if your new, under warranty car, is in the shop for the same problem over and over. Document the dates your car is in the shop, what the problem is, how long you were without use of the car, and any conversations you had with the repair technicians. If the number of times in the shop for the same problem without results reaches four, consult an attorney who is experienced with the Lemon Laws in your state. He'll be able to give you details on what constitutes a lemon and what your next step should be.

Resource Index

Audio-Video-and-Cameras:
Plasma TV, LCD TV, MP3 Players, TIVO, Satellite TV, Dgitial Cameras, Digital Camcorders, Bose iPod Speakers, Multimedia Projectors, GPS, Blu-ray Disc

Computer and Accessories:
Choosing a Laptop Computer, Computer Memory Upgrade, Copying a Hard Drive, Dual Monitors, Networking Computers, Microsoft Office, PDA's, Cheap Ink/Toner, Color Laser Printers, Multifunction Printers, Scanners, USB Flash Drives, Wireless Printers, Dell computers, Wireless Routers, Wireless G Routers, Wireless N Routers, Laptop Carrying Cases

Computer and Video Games:
Age of Empires III, Battlefield 2

Entertainment:
Online Gambling, Poker, Routlette, Blackjack, Craps and other Online Games, Online Casinos, Movies, Online DVD Rentals, Home Theater Systems , Home Theater Components, HDTV, HDTV Buying Tips, HD Radio, Portable DVD Players, Magazine Subscriptions

Fun-Hobbies:
Tropical Fish, Aquariums, Scrapbooking, Rubber Stamping, Geneology, Geocaching, Soap Making, Candle Making

Legal:
Criminal Defense Attorneys, Tax Attorneys, Lemon Law Protection, Structured Settlements, Investment Fraud, Bankruptcy Attorneys, Personal Injury Attorneys, Family Law

CellPhones-and-Communication
Cell Phones, Cell Phone Carriers, Prepaid Cell Phone Plans, Cell Phone Ringtones, Headsets, VOIP, Cheap Long Distance, iPhone, Blackberry, Bluetooth Technology, SmartPhones

Jobs-Schooling
Online College Degrees, Business Degrees, Home Schooling, Drivers Education, Job Resumes, Online Job Search
Internet:
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Finance and Insurance:
Auto Insurance, Car Insurance Quotes, RV Insurance, General Insurance, Travel Insurance, Business Insurance, Basic Guide to Consolidating Student Loans, Cash Advance Loans, Federal Student Loan Consolidation, Debt Consolidation, Debt Management, Credit Card Debt Consolidation, Free Credit Reports, Home Mortgages, Home Equity Loans, Mortgage Refinancing, Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Companies, Second Mortgages, Mortgage Brokers, Health Insurance, Insurance Quotes, Term life Insurance, Mortgage note buyer, Renter's Insurance, Household Budgeting

Home:
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Business-Office-Supplies:
Discount Office Supplies, Home Office, Office Furniture, Copiers, Home Business, Business Cards, Business Brochures, Mailing List Companies, Affiliates, Franchises, Business Telephone Systems, Employment Agencies, Call Centers, Fax Machines
Health and Wellness:
Fioricet for Migraine Relief, Online Pharmacies, Phentermine for dieting, Tramadol for Chronic Pain Relief, Mesothelioma, Mesothelioma Lawyers, Acne Treatment, Contact Lenses, Drug Rehabilitation, Cerebral Palsy, Hair Loss, Hair Loss Products, Human Growth Hormones , Diet Pills, Treadmills, Fragrances, Reducing Cholesterol, Diabetes, Obesity, Arthritis, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Acid reflux, Cialis, Understanding Depression, Unraveling Diet Plans, Erectile dysfunction, Lipitor, Sleep Loss, Viagra, Autism, Asperger Syndrome, Living With Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Seasonal Affective Disorder

Gifts:
Gift Ideas, Corporate Gifts, Gift Cards, Wristwatches, Replica Watches, Sunglasses, Wholesale Jewelry, Jewelry Boxes, Wedding Gifts, Food Gifts, Books, Music, Flowers, Gift Baskets, Candles & Candleholders, Chocolate & Candy

Sports:
Health Clubs, Home Gyms, Treadmills, Golf, Golf Vacations, Golf Schools, Golf Clubs, Fantasy Baseball, Fantasy Basketball

Travel:
Railroad Train Travel, Greyhound Bus Travel, Moving Guide, Rental Cars, Luxury Cruises, Maui Vacation, Spain Travel, Panama Cruise, Mexico Travel, Europe Travel, Disneyland Vacation, Disney World Vacation, Airline Tickets, Las Vegas Vacations, Las Vegas Sights, Las Vegas Entertainment, Las Vegas Dining, Lake Tahoe, Reno Vacations, Grand Canyon Vacation, Alaska Vacation, San Juan Island Vacation, Seattle Vacation, San Francisco Vacation, San Diego Vacation, SeaWorld Vacation, Yellowstone Park Vacation, Los Angeles Vacation, Bed & Breakfasts, Las Cruces New Mexico Vacation, Texas Hill Country Vacation, Columbia River Gorge Vacation, Albuquerque Vacation, New Mexico Vacation, Utah Vacation, Denver Vacation, Carlsbad Caverns, Branson, Missouri, Arizona Vacations, Jackson Wyoming, Skiing Wyoming, Skiing Oregon, Skiing Utah, Skiing Colorado, Skiing California, Skiing Washington State, Skiing Idaho

Yard-and-Garden:
Lawn Care, Patio Furniture, Hot Tubs & Spas, Gazebos, Fences, Decks, Barbeque Grills, Greenhouses, Patios, Sprinkler Systems, Landscape Design, Backyard Ponds, Bird Baths, Hedge Trimmers, String Trimmers, Wheelbarrows and Gardencarts, Lawn Mowers, Lawn Mowers, Lawn Care Tools, Lawn Edgers, Leaf Blowers, Now Blowers, Rakes