Learn About Your California Lemon Law Rights
With one of the largest populations in America, California is home to millions of drivers. Many commute in defective cars that pose threats.
You never know when you might wind up behind the wheel of a faulty vehicle. Fortunately, there’s something that protects you from this situation: lemon law consumer rights.
California Lemon Law (the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act) was established to hold manufacturers accountable. At Cline APC, we educate our clients on Bakersfield lemon law and ensure that drivers get what they deserve.
How you can tell if manufacturer mistakes leave you entitled to compensation.
The vehicle manufacturer has made two or more attempts to repair a warranty-covered defect that has the potential to cause serious bodily injury or death.
The vehicle has been out of service for more than 30 days while being repaired for any number of warranty-covered problems.
The vehicle has several warranty-covered problems, of which were not caused by abuse of the vehicle, that significantly compromises its functionality and safety.
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If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be entitled to benefits. These qualifications should apply as long as the vehicle is sold with, and covered by, a warranty. The defect does not need to occur within the first 18 months of purchase or before the odometer reaches 18,000 miles.
When your vehicle meets the qualifications of the California lemon law
You may even be entitled to a civil penalty damages for the warrantor’s bad behavior.
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Why We Deserve You
As Californians, we understand how essential a car is to everyday life. We work quickly through our Bakersfield lemon law buyback process to get you compensation and back in a safe car as soon as possible.
No one likes being passed off to assistants during the legal process of lemon law for cars. At Cline APC, every client receives the highest level of attention so they can obtain the maximum lemon law buyback value.
Auto manufacturers have excellent legal defense. To obtain a good lemon law buyback car or replacement, you need a legal team that can compete. All Cline APC attorneys are passionate about standing up to big corporations that don’t treat customers fairly. We also regularily represent consumers in Bakersfield and all up and down the 99 and San Joaquin Valley
We never ask our clients to pay upfront – no contingency or retainer fees. Once we’ve won the case, the manufacturer is legally obligated to cover these costs.
Estimate Your Potential Lemon Law Buyback Recovery Now
Use our lemon law calculator to get an estimate based on several factors. A word of caution: this calculator is not a guarantee, nor is it a substitute for real legal counsel.
Call 888.982.6915 for an accurate estimate and an explanation of how California lemon law could apply to your case. You can also fill out our Free California Lemon Law Case Evaluation form.
The Process of Filing a Lemon Law Claim in Bakersfield
Many clients are apprehensive about the process of filing a claim. Fortunately, it’s not as complicated as it seems. Follow these steps to file the lemon law claim.
- Issue with the Vehicle
- Date of Repair
- Time the Vehicle Spent in the Shop
- Invoices
- Receipts
Lemon Law and Used Cars
If you drive a used car, you’re still eligible to receive benefits under lemon law for used cars.
1.Defective Used Car from a Dealer?
It can be processed like new if it was sold with a warranty or an implied warranty of merchantability.
2.Learn Your Used Car Lemon Law Rights
Under used car lemon law rights, the dealership is responsible for the repair costs, as well as provide a refund or replacement if needed. Legal fees will be covered by the warrantor.
3.Did You Buy the Vehicle “As is”?
The clause should have been displayed prior to purchase, according to the law of buying used cars from a dealer. In the case you bought the vehicle “as is,” you might not be eligible for benefits under Bakersfield lemon law for used cars.
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Don’t wait until your car poses a threat to contact a lemon lawyer. If you’ve been experiencing continuous issues with a new, used, or leased vehicle, call today. Our Bakersfield lemon law lawyers offer FREE consultations.
