How To Hire A Lemon Law Attorney

If you purchased a new vehicle and it isn’t working as expected or has a significant defect, you may be eligible to file with the courts a claim for recourse under the lemon law (more formally known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.) This law protects consumers by requiring that manufacturers offer a replacement or refund on a defective vehicle once a reasonable number of repair attempts have been made. What’s troubling is that sometimes manufacturers may not comply with this act, especially if the consumer enters the lemon law negotiation process uninformed. That’s why obtaining the assistance of an attorney to help with the process is so important. 

A Few Reasons to Hire a Lemon Law Lawyer
If you enter the litigation or even arbitration process without an attorney on your side, you will be at a distinct disadvantage. If you’ve never dealt with this type of case before, you may not know what you’re getting into. However, the manufacturer on the other side of the argument has TEAMS of legal representatives on their side to ensure a favorable result.

Your attorney has the goal of helping you achieve a settlement without causing undue stress. If you enter the case alone, you’ll be responsible for court and filing fees. If you have a lawyer on your side, you can make sure the manufacturer bears this burden if you win. There is little risk to you when you choose to work with an attorney.

How Do You Choose a Lemon Law Attorney?
There are a number of qualities you should look for in a lemon law attorney. We’ve put together a list of a few of the most important.

• Communicative - The best lemon law attorneys are responsive and available to help you—mainly by phone or email as most lemon law cases can be handled virtually. When you have an attorney that has excellent communication skills, you will not only have a better chance for a successful claim, but your peace of mind is assured.
• Detail-Oriented - A lemon law attorney will have to conduct a thorough investigation to get through the process. He or she may need to contact mechanics, trace vehicle records and obtain depositions. Because of this, only a detail-oriented lawyer will experience the best success.
• Logical and Strategic - Strategy is vital in any lemon law case. You want an attorney who can anticipate what the other side is thinking and what they will do. Then, your attorney can use his or her experience to decide on the best approach. Lemon law lawyers who know that every case is different will be able to navigate the waters and get you the desired results.
• Assertive - Controlled passion is a vital characteristic of a lemon law attorney. Establishing a confident and commanding presence during the first stages of the claim will mean that the manufacturer takes notice and will want to resolve the complaint without the need for litigation (a best-case scenario for you!)                                                                                     

How to Find the Right Attorney
As you can see, the right legal team makes a big difference in helping you achieve success with your lemon law claim. That’s why it is so important to check out any potential lawyer to make sure you find the best one for your case. Spend some time looking at websites, verifying backgrounds and reading reviews. These can all give you insight into the lawyer’s approach and chances of success.

Remember that many lawyers offer free case consultations. Schedule time to talk about your case and see what the lawyer can do for you. Make sure you ask about experience and success rates during this time. At the end of the consultation, you should have a good idea how you feel about this lawyer and whether he or she is right for you.

Searching for a Lemon Law Attorney? Reach out to Neale & Fhima. Our attorneys have years of experience working with lemon law cases. We know that the right attorney can help you secure an impressive settlement. Call us at 949-661-1007 today. We look forward to working with you.