Q: How long after a settlement should it take to receive the settlement agreement and release?

A: There is no rule anywhere about how long before a settlement agreement OR a release (often the same document as a settlement agreement and release) shows up for signing and in fact there is no rule requiring one, but, it's a whole lot better to have a written agreement in place for both sides. As to Lemon Law cases, my specialty, it can vary on a case by case basis like as to GM or FORD or BMW or or or, and the attorney you get? The other side DOES like to drag things on for a bit, moreso lately. It helps to frustrate even a winning consumer and it gets the bad guy attorney (for GM etc) paid more money... You should ask your attorney how long it will be and congratulations on getting a settlement! By the way the CA lemon law is under attack in Sacto RIGHT NOW and if the proposals go through you may not get your settlement so get educated on this as future rights can be harmed and yell at your state senator and assemblypersons! Don't let FORD and GM take away your rights just because they can't make a decent car!!!

A: Once a settlement is reached in a Lemon Law case in California, you can generally expect to receive the settlement agreement and release within a few weeks. The exact timing can vary depending on the specific circumstances of your case and the responsiveness of the parties involved.

If it has been more than a few weeks and you have not received the documents, it's a good idea to follow up with your attorney or the other party's attorney. They can provide you with an update on the status and help expedite the process if there are any delays.

Keep in mind that each case is unique, and sometimes additional steps or paperwork might be required before finalizing the settlement. Staying in communication with your attorney will help ensure that you receive your settlement agreement and release as promptly as possible.