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See If You Qualify

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Know?

  • The car manufacturer pays all legal fees.
  • You have up to four years after the warranty expires to file a claim.
  • You can file a claim even if you no longer own the car.
  • You have nothing to lose by filing a claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many people mistakenly think that lemon laws require three or more repair attempts during the first year of ownership. Each law sets its own requirements.

Fortunately, California’s lemon law provides some of the broadest protections to auto consumers in the nation.

Q: Is there a one-year time limit for bringing a claim?

A: No. In California, you have up to four years after the warranty expires by mileage or years to file a claim. Repair History:

Q: How does California law define a reasonable number of attempted repairs?

A: Your car may be considered a lemon if you bring it to the dealer as few as two times for repair of a defect. One of those time s must be within the warranty period.

Q: Can a dealer take as long as it wants to fix my car while it is under the manufacturer’s warrant?

A: No. California’s lemon law may presume that your car is a lemon if it has been serviced for more than 30 days, consecutive or not.

Call Our Attorneys Today To Find Out Today If You Qualify

As this discussion indicates, determining your eligibility under the applicable lemon law can be very fact-specific. If your safety and financial investment are at stake, you will need our legal services. We have the experience you can trust. Schedule your free consultation today. Call 866-761-2317 or contact us online. From our law office in Ventura, we handle cases in the Los Angeles area and throughout California.

Although the protections of California’s lemon law are consumer-friendly, its legal procedures don’t always seem that way. Although you have the right to handle a lemon law claim on your own, you may not end up with the full amount that you deserve. Simply said, automakers do no pay claims willingly. More importantly, why would you put yourself through the hassle when there is no cost for using our law firm?

At the Lemon Law Guys, we will bring nearly 20 years of experience to your case. The process begins with a free initial consultation, where we will evaluate the merits of your case. If we recommend filing a lawsuit, there is still no cost to you. If you win, the manufacturer must pay all your legal fees. Our hourly legal fees and costs do not come out of your recovery. That means there is no cost to you for hiring an attorney. You really have nothing to lose.

Maximize Your Recovery Today

To maximize your recovery, it will take an experienced lawyer who knows the law. We know how to litigate a lemon law case to be successful. Get the peace of mind that comes from knowing your case is in good hands. Call 866-761-2317 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. From our law office in Ventura, we handle cases in the Los Angeles area and throughout California.

If you win your lemon law case, the manufacturer can make restitution in several ways. Repurchase, or buyback, is the most common option, where the manufacturer will compensate you for your down payment, monthly payments, registration, and possibly some additional damages. The manufacturer will then register the vehicle in its own name and mark the certificate as a “lemon law buyback.”

The manufacturer may be entitled to make a deduction for miles driven prior to the first repair attempt. It may seem intimidating to assert your rights against a big manufacturer. However, the law really is on your side. For example, if a car manufacturer unreasonably rejects buyback when it is reasonable, you may be entitled to a civil penalty of up to three times the value of your car.

Learn More About The Buyback Program Today

When you have the experience of the Lemon Law Guys on your side, you won’t have to worry about being intimidated or the legal complexities of the law. You also have nothing to lose, as the manufacturer must pay your attorney’s fees if you win. Find out today how you can get a lemon off your hands. To schedule a free initial consultation, call 866-761-2317 or contact our lawyers online. From our law office in Ventura, we handle cases in the Los Angeles area and throughout California.

California’s lemon law applies to used cars if they are certified preowned or still under the original or extended manufacturer’s warranty. California lemon law also applies to leased cars.

Remember, the law also covers your attorney’s fees. Whether you win or lose your case, you never have to worry about the cost of standing up for your rights as a car consumer.

Contact An Experienced Lemon Law Attorney

It can be intimidating to go up against a car manufacturer. If you have been sold a lemon, you need an attorney to fight for your rights.

At the law firm of Johnson & Buxton — The Lemon Law Guys, we have the experience to help you get the compensation you deserve under the California law. Call 866-761-2317 or contact our lawyers online to schedule your free consultation. From our law office in Ventura, we handle cases in the Los Angeles area and throughout California.

The Lemon Law Guys

If you’ve had any problems with your car, SUV, motorcycle, RV, trailer, boat or other vehicle, call The Lemon Law Guys. We’re turning lemons into lemonade and bringing smiles to our clients’ faces.
With our main office in downtown Ventura and satellite offices throughout the state, we are uniquely situated to serve our clients anywhere in California. From San Diego to Eureka, we are fighting for our clients.

Additionally, our online client portal makes it easy for you to send and receive all documentation from the comfort of your own home or office. At the law firm of Johnson & Buxton — The Lemon Law Guys, we have the experience to help you get the compensation you deserve under California’s lemon law. Call us NOW at 866-761-2317 for a free consultation. The Lemon Law Guys are here for you!

What Makes The Lemon Law Guys Different?

Attorneys Derek Johnson and Jonathan Buxton have more than 20 years of combined experience litigating Lemon Law cases. For years, they worked for the automakers, defending them against Lemon Law claims.

Now, they’re working for you! They use the experience they gained representing the automakers to protect the rights of the consumer, making sure you get the settlement that is rightfully yours. Learn more about our Lemon Law experience.

What Our Clients Say

Google Review

Fast and easy process. We had never done this before and were skeptical of how it all would work. We got more than expected and the entire process from start to finish was made very simple by everyone who works at the firm. Would highly recommend!

Sarah McMurtry
Verified Client
Google Review

If you think your car is a lemon, don't go with a jack of all trades attorney, hire a specialist like Jon Buxton specially if you have a Lexus or Toyota. Unfortunately our Lexus TX did turn out to be a lemon (first year production TX350 with lots of issues) and Jon was able to negotiate for us a very fair offer.

All in all, it did take about three months so some patience is required, but trust in the process and trust in Jon. Easy communication (same day email replies and returns calls).

For the initial review, you will need all the work order / invoices (ask the dealer to print them all out) + your initial sales contract (that super long piece of paper you signed when you bought the car that lists all the financial numbers). Good luck!

Alex Kim
Verified Client
Google Review

I can not speak highly enough of the work done by Jonathan Buxton from The Lemon Law Guys in Ventura. Over the course of a year (which unfortunately is how long these cases take), he provided fast replies, diligent follow through and full disclosure of information. I chose his firm because of all the positive reviews. As I looked further into other law firms, i noticed many negative reviews. I'm very glad that I chose The Lemon Law Guys and Jonathan handled my case. The settlement was higher than expected. I am extremely happy with their excellent work.

Mike McHugh
Verified Client
Google Review

Super efficient! They resolved my case very quickly, and the communication through email was excellent.

Natalie Ruiz Mora
Verified Client

Talk To A California Lemon Law Lawyer Today.

To schedule a free consultation with Derek and Jon, call 866-761-2317 or send us an email. We serve clients throughout California.

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