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Common Scams and Pitfalls When Buying an Automobile

» Posted November 9, 2016Resources

Buying a car is a big investment, and the investment is a good one only if the vehicle that you buy is a reliable one. No car owner should be stuck with a bad car that does not work as promised, and that’s why the California car lemon law is so critical to consumers across the state.

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Car Warranties: Beware of Possible Scams

» Posted November 7, 2016Resources

Because cars are such big investments, they are often sold with warranties. Some warranties are written express warranties and other are implied that exist as a function of law.  An Orange County lemon law attorney can tell you that how your car warranty affords you protection under California’s lemon law.

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A Look at Vehicle Recalls Due to Defects

» Posted October 17, 2016Resources

When someone purchases a new vehicle and there are repeated problems, the California Lemon Law may provide important protections for the car owner. Unfortunately, it is very common for car owners to have to deal with serious safety defects, even on brand new cars. As Time reported, many car owners are now facing the recall of their cars because of problems with airbags.

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The Mystery Shoppers Have Spoken: San Diego Lemon Law Attorney Discusses Tesla’s Low Ratings

» Posted October 14, 2016Resources

Tesla is a car dealer that aims to avoid the traditional dealership model. While the idea of a factory-direct distribution model may seem an attractive alternative to the sometimes aggressive car-selling marketplace, reports indicate that mystery shoppers generally have rated Tesla as having among the worst dealership ratings in several important metrics.

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Undercover Investigation Reveals Defective Vehicles

» Posted October 13, 2016Resources

Car buyers in Los Angeles and elsewhere in the state should be aware of California’s lemon law and other consumer protection laws that could provide them with a remedy if there is a problem with their car. Unfortunately, many vehicles are sold with defects, and many car dealers sell cars that are not safe for motorists. Consumers need to be especially diligent about protecting themselves and watching out for signs of problems.

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The Car Purchase Process: A Look at Haggling

» Posted October 12, 2016Resources

Buying a car can be very stressful, as there is often a lot to learn. Consumers in Orange County and elsewhere throughout California need to know about consumer protection laws like the lemon law, as well as how to actually decide which car to buy and how much to pay.  One of the things that makes car buying so unpleasant for a lot of people is that they don't just walk into the dealership and find out what the price is (as they do in almost all other transactions they do over the course of their life).  Instead, consumers end up haggling with car dealers in a process that often makes them miserable.

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SEC Investigating Fiat Chrysler for Car Sales Fraud

» Posted October 10, 2016Resources

Many consumers are rightly worried when they buy a car because they are concerned that car manufacturers and car dealers are not honest. There is ample evidence to support this conclusion, from vehicle defects that dealers knew about to frequent reports of arrests of unscrupulous car dealers.  While there are consumer protection laws aimed at protecting purchasers of new cars in case of repeat defects, even taking advantage of these laws can require the help of a California lemon law attorney due to the complexity of the laws.  Consumers need to be aware of the risks and try to be proactive in protecting themselves.

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Car Buying Tips and Information

» Posted October 7, 2016Resources

Consumers who buy cars are making a substantial investment. Vehicles cost thousands of dollars, and you don't want to waste your money on a bad car. Like when making any investment, it is important to do some research up front to make sure that the choices you make are informed ones. You should research things like how the lemon law protects you and how to find the right dealer to complete your car purchase.

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Negotiating With Dealers: It’s an Important Part of the Car Buying Experience

» Posted October 6, 2016Resources

Being an informed consumer is very important when you are shopping for a new or used vehicle. Consumers also need to be aware the California lemon law in case they have problems with their new vehicle and need to pursue a legal remedy. Consumers also need to be familiar with some of the ways that they can try to save money on a new or used vehicle purchase.

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Auto Dealer Crimes Result in Charges

» Posted October 5, 2016Resources

Car dealers and manufacturers all-too-often fail to prioritize driver safety over profits. Unfortunately, this can mean consumers end up with a defective car that they cannot drive, or they end up suffering financially in some way due to vehicle problems or issues with the car buying process.  The California Lemon Law is a consumer protection law that can provide some relief to victims who face problems with a new car purchase.  Criminal laws can also help to deter bad behavior on the part of dealers and car manufacturers, although unfortunately bad car dealers often are not charged until consumers have suffered financial loss.

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