Orange County Lemon Law Eligibility
Trusted Legal Support for Navigating California's Lemon Law
California's Lemon Law protects consumers who purchase or lease new vehicles with a warranty and is designed to protect consumers from vehicle defects that impair the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. As a consumer, you may be eligible for compensation.
Signs your vehicle might be a lemon:
- Do you feel your vehicle is unsafe to drive?
- Is your vehicle unreliable?
- Have you brought your vehicle in multiple times under warranty?
- Has your vehicle ever stalled or broken down?
- Do you have problems starting your vehicle?
- Has the dealership ignored your concerns or told you nothing can be done?
- Are you frustrated with how many times you’ve had to take your new car in for repair?
At O’Connor Law Group, we are dedicated to helping clients in Orange County get the results they deserve under California's Lemon Law. Our experienced team of attorneys can review your case, help you understand if your vehicle qualifies as a lemon, and fight to get you the money that you deserve.
If you have questions about whether your vehicle qualifies as a lemon, don’t hesitate to contact us online or call us at (949) 390-9695 for a free consultation.
Eligibility Requirements Under the Lemon Law In Orange County
At O’Connor Law Group, we believe that understanding the qualifications for lemon law protection is essential. To be considered for lemon law coverage in Orange County, your vehicle must have a defect that substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. Examples include major components such as engine, transmission systems, suspension, steering, electronics, HVAC, airbags, seatbelts, fuel system, infotainment, safety sensors, hands-free, brakes, cooling, emissions, and other vehicle concerns.
In order to qualify for a claim under California's Lemon Law:
- The vehicle must have been purchased or leased in California
- You also must have taken the vehicle to an authorized dealership for repairs more than one time
- The car must have a substantial impairment in use, value, or safety due to defects or non-conformities
- The problems with the car must have been covered by a warranty. This means that the manufacturer or dealer had an obligation to repair the issues during the warranty period
If your car is found to be a lemon, the manufacturer must either repurchase (all your money back) or replace your vehicle. You may also be eligible for compensation for damages, repairs, rental cars, attorney fees, and other costs.
Our legal team at O’Connor Law Group understand how overwhelming it can be to navigate the lemon law and legal proceedings, which is why we take pride in providing our clients with personalized legal support and guidance. We have decades of experience handling lemon law cases from inception through trial. We have produced superior results for our clients ranging from lucrative settlements to significant trial victories.
If you believe your vehicle may qualify under California's Lemon Law, contact O’Connor Law Group online or call us at (949) 390-9695 today to schedule a free consultation.
Our FAQ
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What Am I Entitled to if My Vehicle Qualifies Under the California Lemon Law?
If your vehicle qualifies under the California Lemon Law, you may be entitled to a refund of your down payment and monthly finance payments, as well as a discharge of your vehicle loan. You may also be entitled to reimbursement of incidental damages such as rental car expenses, repair costs, and towing expenses.
If offered by the manufacturer, you may choose to have your vehicle replaced with a similar vehicle instead of having your money refunded.
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Can I Have a Claim Under the California Lemon Law if My Repair Visits Did Not Occur Within the Vehicle’s First 18 Months and 18,Generally, your issue must have occurred within 18 months or within 18,000 miles (whichever came first). However, major defects that occur outside of this time frame may still present a viable claim. The court may assess situations on a case-by-case basis.
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How Many Times Do I Need to Take My Car Back to the Dealer Before I Have a California Lemon Law Claim?
The California Lemon Law states that dealerships must be given a reasonable number of opportunities to repair a vehicle. The law is fairly broad, leaving room for a variety of different circumstances. Since the law does not require any specific number of repair visits, each matter should be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Typically, four visits for the same problem will qualify, but, depending on the defect, fewer visits may suffice. For example, a defect as severe as brake system failure may only require two visits. Moreover, if a vehicle spends a cumulative total of over 30 days in the shop for warranty repairs, it may satisfy the requirement no matter how many separate visits were made.
At O’Connor Law Group, we know how complex and confusing lemon law cases can be. That's why our team dedicates its time and resources to helping clients fight for their rights under California's Lemon Law so they can get the compensation they deserve. We handle all aspects of the process, including court filings, negotiating with manufacturers, and representing our clients in court.
With decades of experience protecting California consumers from unscrupulous and predatory corporations, we know what needs to be done to help ensure our clients get the results they deserve. Our lemon law lawyers are committed to providing personalized attention and creating customized legal strategies for every case we take.
Don't let a defective vehicle ruin your day; schedule an appointment with O'Connor Law Group today to learn more about how we can help you get justice.
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