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March 25, 2024
One of the jobs of regulatory agencies is to ensure the safety and protection of citizens who buy consumer products. Federal agencies in the U.S. often force vehicle manufacturers to recall various makes and models to fix defects that could be dangerous or life-threatening to consumers. A recent recall by Hyundai urged vehicle owners to […]
Read More March 22, 2024
The COVID pandemic wreaked havoc on supply chains throughout California and the U.S. Auto parts for repairs sat on container ships languishing at sea, unable to reach ports to be unloaded. Staffing issues plagued the industry, and a backlog of lemon law cases in state courts made it hard for consumers with defective vehicles to […]
Read More December 20, 2023
A “lemon” is a car, van, truck, SUV or other vehicle that keeps breaking down or continues to have problems. If your vehicle turns out to be a lemon, requiring repeated and increasingly frustrating trips to have it repaired, you will want to know who is responsible for paying for the costs involved. Fortunately, California […]
Read More June 9, 2023
Defective vehicle cases and dealer fraud cases are not only two very different legal actions, but they are also governed by different statutes. Cases alleging auto defects and dangers are often handled as lemon law claims or breach of warranty claims. On the other hand, cases alleging fraudulent practices by a dealer during the execution […]
Read More February 10, 2023
If you’re wondering “is there a time limit to file a lemon law claim in California?”, the answer is “Yes.” It’s very important that you do not let the statute of limitations run out, or you could miss your opportunity to get a refund or a replacement vehicle. What Is the Lemon Law Statute of […]
Read More January 23, 2023
If you bought a lemon and are looking for a legal remedy, you may have many questions. The first question is probably how to file a lemon law claim in California. Here are 10 steps to take: 1. Hire an experienced California lemon law lawyer to represent you. 2. Check to see if there’s a […]
Read More October 4, 2022
If you’re wondering “how does a car qualify for lemon law in California,” you’ve landed on the right page. Our skilled lemon law attorneys at Neale & Fhima can explain your rights and show you what to do to increase your chances of success. First, your new or used car must have a chronic defect, […]
Read More September 28, 2022
If you excitedly purchased a vehicle only to discover that it has chronic electrical or mechanical defects, you may be wondering “how does the lemon law work in California?” Well, you’ve come to the right place! Neale & Fhima has been helping clients win lemon law claims for decades. California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (lemon law) […]
Read More July 1, 2022
You may be considering buying a used vehicle from a neighbor or extended family member in California. But before you do, you might want to ask, “Does the lemon law apply to private sales?” Unfortunately, the answer is “no.” There are several instances in which the California lemon law does provide protection for consumers buying […]
Read More May 24, 2022
It’s so frustrating when you purchase a car or truck only to find out that it has chronic mechanical or electrical problems. Fortunately, you may have legal recourse under California’s lemon law. If you’re wondering “How hard is it to win a lemon law case?”, the answer depends on several factors. Some of these include: […]
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