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Why Choose West Coast Lemons APC
Small Firm,
Big Results
West Coast Lemons APC is a small firm where you’ll get to WORK DIRECTLY WITH THE MANAGING ATTORNEY once you complete the intake process and are a client. Compare that to other firms where you’ll never speak to the name partner and your case will be passed off to a less experienced associate or paralegal. Our results also speak for themselves with over $7.5 million dollars negotiated by our managing attorney alone.
Free Legal Representation
We offer free consultations and if we take on your case, you pay nothing out of pocket for attorney’s fees and costs; the manufacturer of your defective vehicle will pay them for you. OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE YOU WHOLE AGAIN, NOT TAKE YOUR MONEY. That’s how you know we’re truly on your side. When you get paid, we get paid.
A Lemon Law Expert
Fighting For You
With years of experience in this industry, 100% OF MY PRACTICE IS DEDICATED TO THE CALIFORNIA LEMON LAW. By choosing West Coast Lemons APC you’ll have an attorney on your side that knows how these manufacturers and their attorneys work, and most importantly will fight for you!
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Lemon Law 101
Everything You Need To Know
What Is The California
Lemon Law?
The California lemon law, also known as The Song Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, is the law the protects consumers when they purchase a vehicle or product that the manufacturer is unable to repair under warranty.
There are three main ways to qualify for the lemon law:
- IMPLIED WARRANTY- this means your car wasn’t up to normal standards within the first year after purchase.
- EXPRESS WARRANTY- you take your car in multiple times for the same issue and the dealer can’t fix it.
- 30 DAY RULE- the dealership has your car for over 30 days for the same repair.
what types of lemon law cases do you handle?
If you have a vehicle that…
- was purchased or leased new or certified pre-owned in California
- is a 2018 or newer model year
- that has repeat problems being covered under the original manufacturer’s warranty
…we may be able to help you get your money back!
Unfortunately we are not taking on cases involving used cars at this time, unless they are certified pre-owned.
What Am I Entitled To If I Have A Lemon?
Generally, if you have a lemon you are entitled to either a repurchase (also called a buyback) or a replacement. Another settlement option is a cash and keep where you are paid some money but keep the loan/lease on the vehicle. In this car market, cash and keep settlements are something to consider. By using your car’s equity plus the settlement from the manufacturer, you may be able to maximize the money in your pocket!
What Does A Repurchase
Consist Of?
A repurchase, also known as a buyback, consists of a return of your down payment, payments, out of pocket repair costs, towing, rental costs, and loan payoff, less the mileage offset, and less any aftermarket additions.
How Do Attorney's Fees And Costs Work?
Luckily the Song Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (aka the lemon law) is consumer protection based which means THE MANUFACTURER PAYS YOUR ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS if you have a valid lemon law claim. You pay nothing out of pocket for attorney’s fees and costs. Our goal is to make you whole again, not take your money.
what types of vehicles can qualify for the lemon law?
We are currently taking on cases involving cars, trucks, motorhomes, travel trailers, and motorcycles that were purchased new or certified pre-owned, in California, that have had problems covered under the original manufacturer’s warranty.
The Manufacturer wants me to sign something in exchange for a few payments. Should I Agree To This?
If the manufacturer offers to reimburse you for a few payments due to the problems with your car without making you sign anything, great. However, what manufacturers have been doing is offering a a few payments in exchange for a waiver of your rights (this will be buried in a lot of legal mumbo jumbo). Chances are you already have a case, and the manufacturer is trying to trick you into giving up your rights over something you’re already entitled to. DON’T MAKE THE MISTAKE OF ACCEPTING PENNIES ON THE DOLLAR FOR YOUR CASE! Call your Southern California lemon law attorney at West Coast Lemons APC before signing anything!
How Many Times Do I Need To Take My Car In For It To Be A Lemon?
There’s no one size fits all magic number to answer this question, but the law does provide some basic guidelines within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles after purchase of a new car or truck:
- At least two repair visits for serious, safety related issues
- At least four times for almost any other issue
- At least 30 days for one repair visit
Even if none of those guidelines sound like your situation yet, speaking with an experienced lemon law attorney can point you in the right direction and make sure that if you did end up with a lemon, you’ll be able to prove it!
What Would I be Signing Up For If I Hire West Coast Lemons APC?
Let Us Be Your Guide Through
The Lemon Law Process
1. your free consultation
First you’ll speak with one of our amazing intake specialists who will work with you to learn the background information about your case. If it sounds like you have a case we can help with, we will ask you to send us the paperwork we’ll need to evaluate your case. The way our firm evaluates cases sets us apart from other law firms because we evaluate two things: (1) if you have a lemon law case we can help with, and (2) whether the lemon law is financially in your best interest and even if it isn’t, we can talk you through other options.
2. speak with the attorney
After you have gone through our intake process and we have determined you have a case we can help with, you’ll be able to speak with the attorney that will be handling your case. This sets us apart from other firms as well because you get to speak with your attorney before we send you a retainer agreement. That way you can be 100% sure that you feel comfortable working with us and have all of your questions answered by your attorney before you officially hire us. Our goal for this conversation is for you to know exactly what you’d be signing up for and what to expect moving forward.
3. Case Initiation
Your lemon law attorney will draft the lawsuit and get it filed with the court. Once the lawsuit is filed, process servers will serve each defendant (usually the manufacturer of your vehicle and/or the dealership that sold it to you). This process will usually take between 1-2 weeks.
4. Defendant(s) Respond
Each defendant has 30 days from when they are served with the lawsuit to respond. Their response will be an “Answer” they file in court denying everything, but the good news is litigation can now begin and your attorney will know exactly what law firm and attorney will be representing the other side on your particular matter.
5. Litigation
During the litigation process, both sides will try to get information about the case from each other using written discovery, depositions, and vehicle inspections. This process can take several months.
6. Settlement
99% of lemon law cases settle before trial. It can take anywhere from 30-90 days from the date you sign a settlement agreement to when you surrender the vehicle and have the check in hand.
7. Trial
If your case doesn’t settle, you’ll be going to trial. Lemon law trials are usually 5-7 days, depending on the complexity of your case and the courtroom’s schedule.
Contact Us:
Mailing Address:
1197 Timbergate Lane
Brea CA 92821
Orange County Office:
1327 N. Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92706
Los Angeles Office:
145 S. Spring Street
Suite 850
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Torrance Office:
2916 W 164th St.
Torrance, CA 90504
San Diego Office:
591 Camino De La Reina #1020,
San Diego, CA 92108
Phone: 714-804-5546
Fax: 714-592-0803
Email:
intake@westcoastlemons.com
Disclaimer:
The information contained on this website is meant for general information and advertisement purposes only and is not intended to be construed as legal advice. Use of this website or contact form does not create an attorney client relationship. West Coast Lemons makes no representations that any of it’s attorneys are certified as specialists in any area of law by any state board of legal specialization. The testimonials, reviews, or articles found on this website do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.