Monday, June 8, 2015

By Appointing Lemon Law Lawyers Los Angeles CA Residents Can Win Against Consumer Exploiters

By Elaine Guthrie


Buying a new car, computer or long wished for appliance only to find out that it is a dud must be one of the most disappointing experiences consumers can have. Unfortunately, this happens all too often. Many consumers struggle to get manufacturers to replace or refund faulty products. In many cases the wronged consumer even struggle to find the appropriate person to talk to. However, when appointing lemon law lawyers Los Angeles CA residents can be sure that they will resolve their problems.

Consumers should not assume that they are protected by the warranties they received with there new purchase. There are, in fact, two different types of warrant. The first type, express warranties, are those issues by the manufacturer and it is normally part of the instruction manual or the sales documents. These warranties are often very specific and in many cases they contain many exclusions.

Implied warranties are very different from express warranties. Implied warranties are much broader in scope. They assure the client that the product will comply with certain minimum performance and safety standards. Implied warranties also guarantee that the product will comply with certain minimum quality standards. The manufacturer accepts responsibility for products that do not comply with implied warranties and they undertake to replace or repurchase such products from the consumer.

Consumers have always had the short end of the stick. That is, until the Magnuson Moss Warranty act was introduced in 1975. This federal act protects consumers against faulty products and is applicable in all states. However, the act only covers vehicles and some electric and electronic appliances. Fortunately, many states have introduced additional laws that provide consumers with protection against more faulty products.

The federal and state acts that aim to protect consumers require those consumers to try and resolve issues with the manufacturer of the faulty product before they approach the legal system. It is therefore vital to keep meticulous records of all communications with the supplier and manufacturer when trying to resolve an issue about a faulty product. These records will be crucial if the matter proceeds to court.

When no satisfaction can be obtained from the manufacturer of a faulty product it is time to see an attorney. There are actually attorneys that specialize in consumer protection cases. Many of them will take on such cases on a no win no pay basis. It is important to supply the attorney with detailed records about the transaction and subsequent correspondence with the manufacturer. In the majority of cases the attorney is able to settle the matter out of court.

Finding an attorney that specializes in consumer cases is not difficult. There are many reputable websites where it is possible to obtain references. In some cases it is even possible to communicate with the attorney on line before making a final decision.

There can be few things as disappointing to discover that a coveted new product does not perform as promised, is of inferior quality or that is unsafe. Luckily, consumers are protected and if disputes cannot be resolved, the best thing to do is to get legal help. Most cases are resolved satisfactorily.




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