Reviewed by: Attorney Chuck Panzarella KEY TAKEAWAYS Used cars have rights too. Dealerships and even private sellers can't hide major problems from you. Depending on your state, they might have to tell you upfront. "As-is" doesn't mean all hope is lost. Even if a car is sold "as-is", you might still have a case if the seller hid a serious issue they knew about. Lemon laws help sometimes. Used cars can also be lemons. If a problem is serious enough and can't be fixed after several … [Read more...] about Found Damage on Used Car After Purchase? Do This Next
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Fear Of Car Breaking Down? Read This!
Owning a car can be convenient and provide a sense of freedom, but it also means being dependent on your vehicle, which can be stressful at times. Car breakdowns are an inevitable part of owning a car, but there are things you can do to prepare for them and manage the anxiety associated with them. Tips to Manage Anxiety from a Car Breakdown Maintain your car regularly: Staying on top of maintenance and repairs reduces the likelihood of a breakdown and helps identify potential issues before … [Read more...] about Fear Of Car Breaking Down? Read This!
Avoid Car Buying Scams: Know Your Rights
Purchasing a car is a significant investment that requires careful consideration and research. Whether you are buying from a dealer or a private seller, honesty and transparency about the vehicle's condition and history is critical. Unfortunately, not all sellers are truthful, and it's not uncommon for private sellers to lie to potential buyers to make a quick sale. As a buyer, it can be challenging to detect lies or misinformation from a private seller, especially if you are not familiar … [Read more...] about Avoid Car Buying Scams: Know Your Rights
Tips on What to Do If Your Car Broke Down While Driving
If you're out on the road and your car suddenly breaks down, it can be a very stressful experience. However, there are certain steps you should take to ensure your safety as well as that of anyone else in the vehicle. Note that this can happen to newer modern cars as well. Slow Down and Pull Off the Road Try to park your car in a well-lit area and set up emergency warnings or reflective triangles or even flares if you have them. Once the vehicle and engine are stopped, check under the hood for … [Read more...] about Tips on What to Do If Your Car Broke Down While Driving
Get Your Money Back Fast – How a Consumer Protection Lawyer Can Help
There are few things more frustrating and stressful than making a purchase or having an experience that doesn't live up to your expectations, and then being unable to get your money back. This could happen for a variety of reasons, such as the seller refusing to issue a refund, the product being defective or misrepresented, or the service not being delivered as promised. Consumers may feel powerless and helpless when trying to resolve these issues. They may spend hours on the phone with … [Read more...] about Get Your Money Back Fast – How a Consumer Protection Lawyer Can Help
Have you been lied to by a fraudulent dealership?
Rachel was excited to find the perfect car that she had been dreaming about. She contacted the dealer and arranged to meet them at their lot. After test-driving the vehicle and getting approved for financing, Rachel was ready to buy. Little did she know that the dealer had lied to her about the price of the car. They told her they made a mistake in the ad and really wanted $25,000 instead of $21,000. Rachel was forced to sign the contract as she didn't have many other options available and … [Read more...] about Have you been lied to by a fraudulent dealership?