Each year, thousands of consumers purchase vehicles that develop serious issues shortly after the sale is finalized. Buying a new or used vehicle is a significant financial investment, and consumers are rightfully upset and concerned when a vehicle for which they paid hard-earned money does not function as intended. Fortunately for consumers, New Jersey’s Lemon Law provides buyers with significant protections and often can help them obtain compensation for the losses they have incurred as a result of purchasing a defective vehicle. The following information details what people who think that they may have bought a lemon should do to protect their legal rights. For more specific information, call a New Jersey Lemon Law attorney today.

Contact the dealer

The first thing that consumers should do if they think they may have purchased a lemon is contact the dealer from whom the vehicle was bought. In many cases, these kinds of issues are resolved informally, as dealers and manufacturers are aware of their legal obligations and want to maintain the goodwill of the general public.

Keep records of your issues and any attempts at repair

In order to qualify for relief under the Lemon Law, there must have been a certain number of unsuccessful repair attempts or the vehicle must have been out of service for a certain number of days. As a result, it is critical for people who believe that they may have a Lemon Law claim to retain any records they have regarding problems with their vehicle and any attempts at repairing those problems.

Contact an attorney

Filing a Lemon Law claim can be an extremely complicated process. There are many procedural requirements that must occur before a claim is filed, and once a claim is accepted, you may be required to present evidence at a hearing conducted by an administrative Law Judge. For this reason, defective vehicle owners who retain legal counsel often obtain much more favorable results more quickly than those who choose to pursue a Lemon Law claim on their own.

Call a New Jersey Lemon Law attorney today to schedule a free consultation

In New Jersey, Legal Fees are shifted, so if we accept your case you will never pay any legal fees (even if you lose) , and the legal fees awarded will never reduce your settlement. This is one of the few times in your life when an attorney will be 100% free.

If you believe that you have purchased a new or used vehicle that is a lemon, you should talk to an attorney immediately. A lawyer will be able to review the facts of your case, determine whether you have a case, and pursue compensation on your behalf, if appropriate. To schedule a free case evaluation with New Jersey Lemon Law Attorney David Polsky, call our office today at (973) 686-9787.