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Why People Love Us
Experience
Lemon law isn’t just something we do on the side -- it’s our sole focus, making us the leading lemon law firm in California.
Trust
We’ll never pass you off to anyone. You’ll always be dealing directly with the lawyer on your case, so you can get answers and results -- fast.
Success
We have a 99% success rate as lemon lawyers and more often than not settle without a lawsuit. How’s that for turning lemons into lemonade?
Seasoned
Our lemon law firm has successfully handled hundreds of cases and can handle whatever comes our way.
Efficiency
We’ve been doing this for years, so you could say we have the lemon law process down to a science. Our lemon law attorneys know the quickest and efficient process to get you the maximum settlement you deserve.
Versatility
We don’t just stop at cars. Lemon law applies to RVs, boats, planes, and motorcycles as well. Whatever your vehicle of choice, we have the experience and expertise to handle it.
Partner with Our Experienced California Lemon Law Attorneys
At Shainfeld Law, P.C., our California lemon law attorneys have represented thousands of clients whose vehicles have been compromised by manufacturer defects that are completely out of their control.
With nearly 15 years of experience providing our clients with consumer protection and legal solutions under our California Lemon Law, our reputation with vehicle manufacturers precedes us, resulting in a 99% success rate.
Our California lemon attorneys deliver reals results for most clients in as little as 60 to 90 days.
How Do I Know If the California Lemon Law Applies to My Defective Vehicle?
The California Lemon Law protects consumers who have leased or purchased a vehicle that is still under a valid manufacturer’s warranty and is exhibiting signs of being defective.
What most consumers do not know is, the defect does not have to be a faulty engine or brakes. The defect can be as simple as an electronic issue, faulty locks, or malfunctioning turn signals.
The legal definition of a vehicle that may be considered a “lemon” is:
- It has a faulty defect(s).
- The issue(s) impairs its use, safety, or value.
- The defect(s) cannot be repaired by a mechanic after a qualifying number of reasonable attempts.
To determine if your vehicle is a lemon, contact our experienced California Lemon Lawyers today for a free consultation. We can help you understand your legal rights and options to pursue the manufacturer for the outcome you deserve.
How Many Chances Does the Manufacturer Get to Fix the Defect Before I Can File a California Lemon Law Claim?
California’s Lemon Law Presumption will give the manufacturer multiple opportunities to fix the defect before the consumer can file a legal claim.
The Legal Presumption qualifies the number of attempts to satisfy the Lemon Law California legal standard as:
- At least two repair attempts, if the defect could cause serious bodily injury or death.
- After four or more attempts, if the defect continues to cause the same problem and cannot be fixed.
- A vehicle spends 30 (non-consecutive) days total at the dealership/mechanic for warranty-covered issues and repairs.
If you believe your vehicle is spending more time at the dealership than it is on the road, contact our California Lemon Law Lawyers today to get the help you need, so you can take back control of your transportation.
What Happens When a Vehicle Owner Files a California Lemon Law Claim?
The moment you believe your vehicle may be a lemon, be sure to keep track of all the issues you are experiencing, and the trips to the dealership or certified mechanic, then contact our California Lemon Law Attorney right away for help.
We can help you understand your legal rights and options to pursue the manufacturer for the outcome you deserve, so you can get back on the road without further delay.
We will review the facts of your case and apply the legal standard necessary to move forward with a California lemon law claim. If your case does qualify, we will move forward by submitting the evidence and demands to the manufacturer.
The manufacturer will then have 30 days to respond.
The outcome varies for each of our clients, as each consumer has different expectations and recovery needs that will make them whole again.
The California lemon law recovery options include the manufacturing agreeing to:
- Replace the vehicle.
- Repurchase the vehicle.
- Offer a cash settlement for the vehicle.
Our California Lemon Law Lawyer will keep you updated on your claim, our demands, the manufacturer’s responses, and the overall resolution timeline, so you know exactly what to expect from our skilled representation. Contact our California Lemon Law Lawyers today to discover how we can help you.
Do I Have to Meet with a California Lemon Law Attorney in Person?
If you are experiencing ongoing car problems and the vehicle is under the manufacturer’s warranty, it may seem inconceivable that you would have to drive to meet an attorney to discuss your car, truck, or SUVs issues. We understand.
We can review your paperwork remotely and assess your case over the phone or using our online resources, so you do not have to leave the comfort of your home — or get into a vehicle that could potentially be unsafe to get the legal help you need.
We want to help you put your current vehicle lease or purchase behind you, so you can start anew. Contact our skilled California Lemon Law attorney at Shainfeld Law, P.C., today by calling 888-567-2279 or request a free consultation online to learn more about your legal rights and options to hold the manufacturer liable for your full financial recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions for Our California Lemon Law Attorney
Nothing! When you partner with our experienced lemon law attorneys in California, we will pursue your claim with the manufacturer and, when successful – which we are 99% of the time – the manufacturer is responsible for ALL your legal fees. That means you pay nothing out of pocket for your lemon law claim. If, for any reason, we are not successful, you still pay us nothing.
First, we would like to discuss your vehicle’s issues, and how long you have been having them, during a free consultation. We will ask a few qualifying questions to get started, and once we know your case is eligible to file a claim, we will outline the documents and key factors necessary to pursue a successful claim on your behalf.
The average lemon law settlement can range drastically from case to case for multiple reasons, including the make and model of the vehicle, the year the vehicle was manufactured, the purchase price, mileage, and the nature and frequency of the repairs. We can help you understand what your case is worth during a free consultation.
The California Department of Consumer Affairs states all consumers who purchased or leased a vehicle with a manufacturer’s warranty may be eligible to file a lemon law claim, when the defect qualifies under the statute. That includes all types of vehicles, including boats, jet skis, motorcycles, cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, vans, and recreational vehicles.
Yes. The California Lemon Law applies to gas-powered, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
Because your warranty may require all service repairs to take place at an authorized car dealership or mechanic. These circumstances place the auto repair technicians in a trusted role. Because of their role, it is typically difficult to get the dealership to admit that their repair techs cannot fix the problem. In addition, they are not trained to provide legal advice to consumers who may have a legitimate lemon law claim. If you believe the dealership is not providing the best advice regarding your vehicle defects, contact our skilled California lemon lawyers today for help.
Vehicle consumers have four years from the date they noticed — or should have noticed — a defect, and their vehicle must still be under the manufacturer’s warranty during that time.
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