Lemon Laws in Your State - What You Need to Know
By Karen Kirby

Every state in the U.S. has a version of the lemon law. The lemon law and qualification requirements are not exactly the same from from state to state, but the basic rights under the law provide you with basically the same level of protection. That is, if you purchase a car that turns out to be a "lemon," you are entitled for a refund or replacement vehicle. But you have to know your state’s law to claim your lemon.

Your state probably also has some type of law that requires car manufacturers to honor car warranties under certain conditions. These laws also vary from state to state. It is up to you as the consumer to do some research to determine the laws and statutes in your particular state.

For example, the Texas lemon law is available to consumers who buy or lease new vehicles in Texas. This automobile lemon law obligates manufactures to repair, replace, or refund the price of motor vehicles that prove to be defective time and time again. While the lemon law covers many different defects of a vehicle, you have to know the letter of the law to get your vehicle declared a lemon.

In California, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, or "lemon law" as it is more commonly called, benefits consumers greatly. The California lemon law provides protection when purchasing new and used vehicles, making California consumers the most protected car buyers in the country. Offenders must offer a refund or replacement car for purchases that turn out to be "lemons" under the California lemon law.

So if you live in California you are pretty lucky if you need to use the lemon law. However, your state may have laws that are almost as good. You should go to Google and search for "lemon law" plus your state's name to find out exactly what your state's lemon laws are.

Karen Kirby has over 25 years' experience in the computer industry, an MS in Computer Science, and a BA in Honors English. She has been helping people with Internet marketing since 1995. For more information on lemon laws for your state see http://lemon-law.eworldrewards.com/lemon-laws-for-your-state.htm Be sure to get a free copy of the "Internet Marketer's Guide to Free Traffic" at http://www.aimbright.com/ebook/

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Know Your Rights Under the Lemon Law
By Karen Kirby

Are you the lucky owner of a lemon?

If you think your car is a lemon, then you probably feel like you're always in the repair shop for the same repair over and over again. Sure the repair is covered under the vehicle warranty or extended warranty, but it's always in the shop!

If it seems your car is in the repair shop time and time again for the same repair, you may be the lucky owner of a lemon. Fortunately, your state has recourse for you, so get started protecting yourself right away.

Both the lemon law and an extended warranty can benefit you when you have purchased a new or used vehicle that appears to have defects that cannot be remedied by repeated repairs.

If you chose to purchase an extended warranty, know your rights given to you under the warranty, and be thorough in your inquiries. Be aware that if you decided to purchase an extended warranty with your vehicle, you may not be covered by the lemon law in your state.

If you chose not to purchase the warranty, know your rights under the lemon law, and immediately contact a lemon law attorney if you feel your rights have been violated.

And if your car is determined to be a lemon, can you legally sell your lemon? Though it may not always be easy to sell your car following a lemon law battle, do not despair. As long as you disclose all pertinent facts, legally you can sell that lemon!

Honesty regarding the lemon law is always the best policy, and disclosure makes it legal. Just follow a few simple guidelines and you’ll be alright.

Karen Kirby has over 25 years' experience in the computer industry, an MS in Computer Science, and a BA in Honors English. She has been helping people with Internet marketing since 1995. For more information on what you need to know about the lemon law see http://lemon-car.brilliantbusinessmodel.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-lemon-law.htm Be sure to get a free copy of the "Internet Marketer's Guide to Free Traffic" at http://www.aimbright.com/ebook

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Lemon Law Car - When Your New Car Goes Sour
By Karen Kirby

So you've bought a new car, fresh off the line. You're surprised when something goes wrong, but you have a car warranty and just take it to the dealer for repairs.

However, the problem occurs again, and again, and again. You realize it's time to research your local lemon laws.

First of all, lemon laws can light a fire under your service department. So don't be afraid to push your service department into action. Get information regarding your state's lemon law, and get your money back or have the problem fixed correctly.

If you paid for an extended warranty, don't be afraid to get your money's worth.

However, if your car actually qualifies as a lemon under your state's lemon law, generally you receive a replacement automobile or monetary compensation.

But how can you tell if your car qualifies?

If you think you have a lemon, a simple consultation with an attorney who specializes in the lemon law can help you determine if the problem is your mechanic or your car.

The lemon law isn't meant to be challenging. It's there to protect you, not the dealership. By all means, don't shy away from using the lemon law because it confuses you. It is there to help protect your vehicle when regular car warranties are of no use.

As long as you have documented all of your attempts, you’ll be in good shape!

Karen Kirby has over 25 years' experience in the computer industry, an MS in Computer Science, and a BA in Honors English. She has been helping people with Internet marketing since 1995. For more information on lemon law cars see http://lemon-law.eworldrewards.com/use-the-lemon-law-squeeze.htm . Be sure to get a free copy of the "Internet Marketer's Guide to Free Traffic" at http://www.aimbright.com/ebook .

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