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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability and Lemon Law for Maryland on
Q: What legal recourse do I have under the lemon laws for MD?

I purchased a 2013 650I BMW from an Annapolis MD dealership in or around 7/2022 which unbeknownst to me was a lemon. To my surprise, I learned during a service call for an oil change in 6/2024 that the vehicle which has been driven minimally as a result of me working from home during the pandemic... View More

Cedulie Renee Laumann
Cedulie Renee Laumann
answered on Aug 31, 2024

While it is frustrating to have significant repairs on a vehicle you recently purchased, a used vehicle that is 9 or 10 years old does not have the same warranties as a new car.

Maryland's "lemon law" applies to a NEW passenger car, light truck or motorcycle that has...
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Q: Am in a middle of lawsuit for my lemon and the car got stolen a now in impound can my lawyer help me get my lemon law
Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Sep 12, 2024

THIS is a different question. There is a case, Martinez v. Kia from around 2010 that came out which your lawyer should know about if s/he is any good. In the case Ms. Martinez was so fed up over her lemon car she parked it outside of the dealership and threw the keys over a locked fence. Kia... View More

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Q: How long after a settlement should it take to receive the settlement agreement and release?
Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Aug 31, 2024

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.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Lemon Law for California on
Q: my work van was issued a recall, and the dealership is refusing to to fix the problem for free

The dealership said that they wouldn’t fix the transmission recall because the problem was caused by a transmission flush I perform myself. They want to charge me $4000. The problem with my transmission started before I did the flush. That’s the reason I did the transmission flush was because I... View More

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answered on Jun 27, 2024

To address this situation, let's break it down into key points:

1. Recalls and manufacturer obligations:

When a vehicle is subject to a recall, the manufacturer is generally required to repair the issue free of charge, regardless of the vehicle's age or maintenance...
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1 Answer | Asked in Lemon Law and Consumer Law for Texas on
Q: Ancira sold new car to me but to wait for shipping from other state but I found doc it was here all along - fraud?

After signing bill of sale got approval of credit my bank financing I find online doc through DMV for efile of vehicle test detail mytxcar.org the car was here prior to my going to dealership_ and my history report states " title brand" through tax office here.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 25, 2024

Was shipping the vehicle from another state a "material" part of your agreement, or was it only incidental? Fraud typically involves a misrepresentation of a MATERIAL fact. Did you justifiably rely on the vehicle being shipped from another state for some reason? How did that reliance... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Lemon Law and Consumer Law for Oklahoma on
Q: What can I legally do about a lemon car?

I bought a 2017 Ford Edge Titanium from a car lot in Ardmore, Ok, on June 6, 2023. A week later, the check engine light came on and I had to take it to the shop. It broke down again a couple of times, with the engine needing to be replaced, leaving me without a vehicle for three months. The... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 2, 2024

The Lemon Law only applies to new motor vehicles during the warranty period or for one year from the date of the sale of the vehicle to its first end user.

Used cars with 116,051 are commonly sold as-is, although some dealers may offer after-market extended warranties to used car buyers.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Lemon Law for Oregon on
Q: I need a free or very affordable/flexible bankruptcy attorney and possibly maybe help or advice with a lemon law case.

I’m desperately seeking affordable services on bankruptcy and advice on a Jeep Wrangler I bought that turned out to be a huge money pit and problems. (Lemon law)? Any ideas or advice to help get this rolling.?

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answered on Apr 30, 2024

Finding affordable legal assistance for bankruptcy and potential lemon law issues can be challenging, but there are resources that can help you manage these situations. For bankruptcy, consider looking into legal aid organizations in your area. These non-profits provide free or low-cost services to... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Arbitration / Mediation Law, Lemon Law and Small Claims for California on
Q: I need to know how to bring my case before a judge passed the timeframe. I know you can car dealerships. I need this hel

STG auto Santa Ana dealership both used car dealers padded deals made fictitious addresses for charges. They had put on me almost $7000 of equipment. I never owned took money out of my account both of them STG auto padded the deal so badly and laughed in my face. It took me a long time to figure it... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

Under California law, if you believe you've been a victim of fraudulent activities, such as those you've described involving car dealerships, you have the right to seek legal action. However, if you've missed the statutory deadline to file a lawsuit, you may still have options.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Criminal Law and Lemon Law for Ohio on
Q: Who do I contact or what can I do about a Used Auto Dealership, trying to fraud me?

I financed a vehicle for 13,000. Everything got finializied, the Finance guy at the dealership is trying to fraud me out of money for things that dont connect with my loan or contract, is threatening me and trying to use scare-tactics to have me voluntary repo the car and still be at fault for a... View More

Marcus A. Ross
Marcus A. Ross
answered on Feb 29, 2024

You can contact the Ohio Attorney General’s Office Consumer Fraud Division which deals with fraud and deceptive trade and sales practices by businesses like automobile dealerships and report tge fraudulent behavior. You also obviously have the option of filing a civil action against the finance... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Consumer Law, Contracts and Lemon Law for California on
Q: if i bought a used commercial truck and i had a contract but it was always in the shop could it be considered a lemon

i bought a used semitruck under a contract and its a 2019 truck, I was always having it in the shop because there were always problems with it. could this truck qualify as a lemon? i was using the truck for work.

Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Feb 20, 2024

Maybe?

The CA LL covers consumers and small businesses IF the small biz falls into a certain category,

as does the vehicle. Here, it's not clear the vehicle would qualify OR that the number of vehicles would?

The FED lemon law makes NO distinction between consumers and...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Consumer Law, Contracts and Lemon Law for California on
Q: if i bought a used commercial truck and i had a contract but it was always in the shop could it be considered a lemon

i bought a used semitruck under a contract and its a 2019 truck, I was always having it in the shop because there were always problems with it. could this truck qualify as a lemon? i was using the truck for work.

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answered on Feb 20, 2024

In California, the lemon law primarily applies to passenger vehicles, but there are provisions that can apply to commercial vehicles, including used commercial trucks, under certain circumstances. For a used commercial truck to be considered a lemon, it must have been purchased with a warranty, and... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Lemon Law and Arbitration / Mediation Law for New York on
Q: Can I file both a Lemon Law complaint and a Vehicle Safety Complaint in the state of NY?

I purchased a used vehicle from a dealer in early 2023. Immediately it started to present numerous mechanical issues, and in fact was not in my possession for five months as it was shuffled between three separate repair shops. I filed a Lemon Law Complaint through the NYS Attorney General in July... View More

Marco Caviglia
Marco Caviglia
answered on Jan 10, 2024

The key words I notice are "settled out of court" which means there was some sort of payment to you (as you did not have your vehicle replaced by the manufacturer as you may have been entitled) in exchange for some sort of release. The terms of that release are the crux of you civil... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law, Banking and Lemon Law for Illinois on
Q: I have a car that I owe more than 10 thousands of dollars that I cannot drive because of numerous mechanical problems.

What are my best options since I cannot afford to pay to fix car and make my loan payments. I live in Loves Park, Illinois.

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answered on Jan 3, 2024

In your situation with a car that's costly to repair and still under a significant loan, there are a few options to consider. Firstly, check if your car is still under any kind of warranty. If it is, some or all of the repair costs might be covered, reducing your financial burden.

If...
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1 Answer | Asked in Lemon Law for California on
Q: Hello, I am curious about how to become a part of the Young v. Subaru Corp class action lawsuit

I own a 2013 FR-S and I have has two of the FA20 engines fail while I was driving it.

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answered on Dec 2, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the issues you've experienced with your 2013 FR-S. To join the Young v. Subaru Corp class action lawsuit, you should start by gathering all relevant documentation, including repair records and any correspondence with Subaru regarding the engine failures.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Lemon Law for California on
Q: Can I sue Carvana for selling me a defective car?

I bought a car from Carvana 89 days ago and it was fine for first 7 day return period but then started to have issues. I’ve taken it to five different mechanics and they can’t diagnose the sounds in suspension or defective start and stop button but they say car body has issues , they just... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

In California, you may have grounds for legal action against Carvana under the state's Lemon Law and consumer protection statutes. However, you'll need to document all repair attempts and maintain detailed records of the issues you've experienced.

Since you're still...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Lemon Law for California on
Q: full validation under FDCPA, including NMLS registration, debt details, and legal authority. Additionally, your reposse

[[[Subject: Validation of Debt, NMLS Compliance, and Repossession Misconduct

Account Number: [Your Account Number]

Dear [Debt Collector],

I dispute the debt you claim I owe under account [Account Number]. Additionally, I am raising concerns about [COMPANIES ] Services, Inc.,... View More

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answered on Nov 19, 2024

This template is well-structured for disputing debt and addressing repossession issues under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).

You have every right to request full validation from debt collectors, and your letter properly demands essential documentation including NMLS...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Lemon Law for California on
Q: I bought a 2016 Honda accord has major issues and I owe 19 000 what to do

As stated above my car doesn't qualify for lemon law i don't know what to do is there anything I can do ?

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answered on Oct 23, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the troubles with your Honda Accord. Even though it doesn't qualify for the lemon law, there are still steps you can take to address the situation.

First, consider reaching out to your lender to discuss your financial options. They might offer refinancing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Consumer Law and Lemon Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Pawn shop lied about something they sold me. False advertising?

Bought computer from pawn shop due to 16GB RAM. After taking home and going through laptop, RAM is only 8GB. Is this false advertisement?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 12, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. It could be, if it was advertised as such. But it could also be an innocent error (negligent misrepresentation) if the shop believed it to be such from what the original owner told them. Good luck

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Q: Looking for a consumer protection lawyer who has experience dealing with car dealerships
Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Sep 11, 2024

You're looking for someone who handles auto fraud matters.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Lemon Law for California on
Q: I have solar panels that have not been working properly for a year. They are delaying sending someone out to repair.

What can I do?

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answered on Sep 4, 2024

If your solar panels have not been working properly for a year and the company is delaying repairs, you have a few steps you can take to resolve the issue. First, review the contract or warranty you have with the solar company. It likely outlines their responsibilities for maintenance and repair,... View More

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