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Lemon Laws & Car Buyer Protections
FindLaw's Lemon Laws & Car Buyer Protections section covers a variety of topics to help you get the best possible deal on a new or used car without getting taken for a ride. It includes state-specific information about lemon laws, an overview of extended car warranties, tips on how to buy a car, how to avoid auto dealer fraud, when to contact a lawyer and related resources.
Learn About Lemon Law
- Buying a Car - Resources to help you buy or lease a new or used car without paying too much or getting stuck with a lemon. Includes information on vehicle safety, deciphering the claims of car ads, choosing between a new or used car, exploring payment options, car insurance considerations and related topics.
- Lemon Law Basics - Each state has "lemon laws" to protect consumers from unforeseen defects or mechanical problems with newly purchased cars. The following resources provide an overview of lemon laws and state-specific lemon law information.
- Car Warranties - Some type of automotive warranty is usually included in the sale of a car, which pays for repairs for a limited period of time or up to a certain mileage. This section includes information about used car warranties, secret warranties, recalls and service bulletins.
- Auto Dealer Fraud - Deceptive and unlawful practices used by some car dealers can cross the line into "auto dealer fraud". Fraud can occur at nearly any stage of the car buying process, from advertising and negotiation to pricing and financing. The following resources highlight what constitutes auto dealer fraud and how to protect yourself.
- Lemon Laws & Car Buying Tools - Materials to help you buy a car, understand financing options, research car manufacturers and look up state-specific lemon law information.
- Get Help Now - You may benefit from contacting a lemon law or auto dealer fraud attorney if you have fallen victim to auto dealer fraud or a lemon law violation. Learn how consumer lawyers protect the rights of car buyers and find an experienced attorney near you.
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