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Lemon Law For Used Cars, Too

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When it comes to used car dealers, the law can unfortunately become the only recourse in dealing with them. The kinds of problems encountered can range from defective vehicles not sold as such to blatant rip-offs in which the buyer never gets the vehicle. In fact, a Springfield, Massachusetts used car dealer was just arrested due to several complaints of purchasers never actually receiving the vehicles they paid for, or in some cases never obtaining titles. The local news agency covering the case is also reminding viewers of the states lemon laws and encouraging anyone who thinks they have a case against this particular dealer to come forward.

The legendary portrayal of a used car dealer as a shyster is in some cases unfortunately true. While there are certainly many dealers who are honest and forthright, profit margins are small, economic times are tough, and the little white lie told in an effort to get that vehicle moved off the lot is often all too tempting.

According to leading California lemon law attorney Norman Taylor, one of the first defenses a buyer has is to make sure they obtain a warranty with any used car purchased. A buyer should consider carefully before buying a vehicle without the valuable protections that warranties can provide, Taylor said. Most commonly, used vehicles are sold as is or with all faults. Such vehicles do not come with any warranties at all, either express or implied.

Taylor speaks from long experience. He has been a lemon law specialist since 1987, and he and his firm, Norman Taylor and Associates, have handled over 6,000 cases for consumers with a 98 percent success rate.

Used car buyers should make sure the dealer offers a written limited warranty with the vehicle they are selling.

A warranty is not a guarantee that any problems will be addressed, however. Like new car dealers, used car dealers can be notorious for not actually fixing a problem despite several attempts and there are cases on record in which the dealer manages to drag the problem out until the warranty expires. Hence it is best to contact a lemon law attorney right away when a buyer perceives that they might have been sold a lemon.

There are many cases in which lemon laws cover the sale of a used car. If you feel you have purchased a lemon, it is best to contact a qualified lemon law attorney right away.

About Norman Taylor & Associates

Norman F. Taylor and Associates have been assisting consumers since 1987. At Norman Taylor & Associates, the goal is to provide clients with the highest quality of legal representation if theyre one of the unfortunate residents of California whove had the misfortune of purchasing defective vehicles or goods and who have recourse under the Lemon Law. They represent consumers in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. With a twenty two year history of successful cases, Norman Taylor & Associates has established their reputation as a firm of consumer advocates that get the job done.

GM Sued Under Lemon Law

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While Toyota is definitely taking the brunt of recalls lately, other vehicle manufacturers have troubles of their own: GM is currently being sued over a 2009 Chevrolet. The owner of the Chevrolet claims he experienced repeated problems that caused him to fear for his safety.

This is not the first time GM has been sued for safety issues – in 2009 a wrongful death suit was filed against them for defective seat belts. 2009 also saw a recall of almost 1.5 million mid- and full-size Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac vehicles because of an engine oil leak problem that could pose a fire risk.

This kind of defect in a vehicle is precisely what the lemon law is about. It protects consumers from the harm or loss caused by purchasing a defective vehicle. Who has what rights and what duties in lemon law matters? It seems clear. The consumer has the duty to present the vehicle to the manufacturer or its representative, the dealership, in order that they are able to diagnose the defect and repair it. Along with the duty, the consumer has a right to expect the dealership to repair the vehicle honestly and expeditiously.

What are the rights of the manufacturer? Simply put, they have the right to expect that the consumer will present their defective vehicle at an authorized dealer for repair in a timely manner, and that the consumer properly maintain the vehicle. The manufacturer should have no other expectation. They should not expect a consumer to perfectly describe the defect they are experiencing or any other limiting requirement.

Of the thousands of lemon law clients we have spoken with, it is extremely rare that a manufacturer makes a legitimate offer to buy back or replace a defective vehicle. In each of these cases no hint of awareness of their affirmative duty was present.

Not all manufacturers or dealerships are the same. Some, certainly not enough, really do have the consumers best interests at heart.

If however you find yourself with a defective vehicle and a manufacturer who is not ready to step up and replace or refund as they should, find yourself an experienced lemon law attorney. Do your homework. Look at their record. See what others who have used their services have to say.

Be certain they offer you a free case evaluation without delay. Never be afraid to ask hard questions. Its important and it can determine the outcome of your lemon law case.

About Norman Taylor & Associates

Norman Taylor & Associates has been assisting consumers since 1987. Our goal is to provide individuals who have the misfortune of purchasing a defective vehicle or goods, and who have recourse under the Lemon Law, with the highest quality legal representation. With a twenty-three year history of successful cases, Norman Taylor & Associates has established its reputation as a firm of consumer advocates that gets the job done. We represent California residents of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.