Archive for January, 2010

The latest on the Lemon Law

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

I just returned from Los Angeles and i thought it was time to get to posting concerning Lemon law. • The Uniform Commercial Code
Moore says the UCC applies to all 50 states (and D.C., Puerto Rico, etc.) and covers contracts dealing with the sale of products. The UCC gives the consumer the right to a refund or replacement of a lemon. The UCC, however, does not define a Lemon, so it’s urp to a court to decide if an auto company must give you a refund or a new car. The Magnuson-Moss act and many state lemon laws also provide for attorney fees under the UCC. BTW should you need a first ate Los Angeles lemon law attorney then I may certainly recommend the law offices listed herein. Among the best attorney in all of Los Angeles in this regard.
• State-Specific Lemon Laws
According to most state Lemon Laws, a manufacturer must provide a refund or replacement for a defective new vehicle when a substantial defect cannot be fixed in four attempts, a safety defect within two attempts or if the vehicle is out of service for 30 days within the first 12,000 to 18,000 miles or 12 to 24 months.
Stephanie Moore writes that success in using state lemon laws relies upon three elements. First, keep good records (document everything), provide the proper notice, and use arbitration programs where it is required.
She concludes that, as with all cases involving two or more parties, it is critical to document the transaction. In dealing with auto manufacturers and dealers, it’s even more critical. The car business is powerful. You’re dealing with professionals who are good at doing whatever it takes to win. Don’t let that discourage you, though, the law is on your side