Lemon Law Attorney in VA Protecting Consumers' Rights in Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Stafford County, The Hampton Roads Region, and Throughout Northern Virginia
A defective product can be a hassle to replace. But for vehicles, it can be a much bigger issue. When new or used car dealerships sell you a vehicle that does not work properly, they may be hesitant to replace the vehicle or refund your money. Thankfully, Virginia's Lemon Law offers you a path to hold liable parties accountable for their part in your lemon of a vehicle. With the guidance of a skilled Virginia Lemon Law lawyer, you can quickly and efficiently resolve your case.
Having a lemon law attorney in VA is a critical component for navigating any sort of lemon vehicle claim. Attorney James B. Feinman’s extensive experience in these claims can be a crucial advantage in helping you pursue justice after purchasing a defective or malfunctioning vehicle. As your Virginia Lemon Law lawyer, we can help you understand the laws surrounding your situation and how we can support you through every step of your legal needs.
What Is Virginia’s Lemon Law?
Virginia's Lemon Law protects people who unknowingly purchase a defective vehicle. These laws specifically pertain to purchases made within the past 18 months in which the vehicle has recurring issues that threaten its value, safety, or use.
Before a consumer can file a claim and use the law to force a refund or replacement, the law requires that several reasonable repair attempts have been made. Federal laws, like the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, may also be involved in your unique situation, but we will review your situation to determine what laws are involved in your claim and how we can use them to your advantage.
Does Your Vehicle Qualify Under the Lemon Law?
In addition to your vehicle purchase being made within 18 months, it must also meet other legal requirements. To file a claim in Virginia, your passenger vehicle needs to have been purchased or registered in the state. Motorcycles and pickup trucks can also qualify under the Lemon Law, but they must be under a specific weight for each type of vehicle. It is possible for leased vehicles to also qualify for these claims. Commercial vehicles may qualify under federal law, but not under state law.
Common Examples of How a Vehicle Becomes a “Lemon”
For your situation to qualify for a Lemon Law claim, it isn't enough to be generally dissatisfied with your new purchase or to regret your purchase. Our Virginia Lemon Law lawyer can help you understand if your situation qualifies for a claim. Some of the more common defects that are eligible include:
- Transmission failures
- Brake problems
- Steering or suspension problems
- Electrical malfunctions
- Defects with the airbag or safety system
- Repeated check engine light alerts
Once three or more repair attempts have been made for the same issue or your vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative days, we can initiate a Lemon Law claim to protect your rights.
The Legal Rights You Have Under Virginia's Lemon Law
Any good Virginia Lemon Law lawyer can tell you what protections you have in your situation. First, you have the right to receive a refund or a replacement vehicle. You also have the right to receive compensation for related costs, including taxes, towing, rental vehicles, and other fees. The manufacturer also needs to act in good faith once they have been properly notified of the defect.
Most importantly, you do not have to pay for our legal services. Instead of collecting payment from you, we will collect our fees from the manufacturer if we win your case. This way, legal fees will not be a barrier to you receiving justice in your Lemon Law claim.
What You Can Do If You Think You Have a Lemon
From the moment you suspect that you have a lemon, there are specific actions you can take to protect your best interests. First, keep thorough records of your communications with the dealership or repair business. Next, keep copies of any work orders and service reports you receive, and be sure to continue making payments on the vehicle, even if it is not working. Finally, contact our lemon law attorney in VA for the continued legal support and guidance you need.
How Our Virginia Lemon Law Lawyer Can Help You
When you choose our law firm to support you through your lemon law claim, you can rest easy knowing we are doing everything in our power to support you. We will take it upon ourselves to investigate your vehicle purchase and review the vehicle history and repair records to confirm its qualifications as a lemon. We will advocate for you by communicating with the manufacturer or dealership throughout your claim.
We are prepared to fight for a full replacement, refund, or cash settlement, rather than settle for additional repairs. We understand what it takes to pursue the ideal outcome in these cases, and we are prepared to overcome the challenges necessary to achieve these results. We proudly serve clients across Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Roanoke, Danville, and surrounding areas.
Why Choose Attorney James B. Feinman for Your Lemon Law Case
Our law firm has more than two decades of experience representing clients through consumer protection cases and personal injury claims. During that time, we have developed a strong reputation, with proven success securing millions of dollars for our clients through our aggressive representation methods.. When you want local, accessible, and personally committed legal services, we welcome you to meet with our team today.
Start Building Your Claim With an Experienced Virginia Lemon Law Lawyer
The sooner you act to initiate your lemon law claim, the sooner you can receive the outcome you deserve. Schedule your free initial consultation with us by calling us at 434-216-0166 or reaching out online, and take the first step in being made whole after your vehicle purchase.
