You are faced with a situation from a driver’s nightmare: you purchased a car or truck from a vehicle manufacturer, and now it is not functioning properly. Unfortunately, this kind of thing does happen. Consumers pull out of the parking lot and mere days or even hours later, their car or truck is no long operating as it should. When you find yourself with a ‘lemon,’ be sure to know what rights you are entitled to and what is expected of the vehicle company. An attorney can also help you gather all you need to comply with the Nebraska Lemon Law.
Who Is Liable For My ‘Lemon’?
When your car or truck has been out of service for thirty days or more due to its defective features, it can be termed a ‘lemon.’ Moreover, the vehicle manufacturer that sold you the car or truck has four opportunities to have the vehicle repaired, and if all attempts are failures, you are in possession of a ‘lemon.’ So, who is responsible now? If the above descriptions match your situation, the company that sold the malfunctioning car or truck is liable for these defects, and you are entitled to compensation for your vehicle. According to the Nebraska Lemon Law, ‘lemons’ do not have to be only cars and trucks; motorcycles, semi-trucks, and other road vehicles are eligible for the law. Moreover, the Federal Lemon Law applies to electronics and appliances sold in Nebraska. Now, what are your next steps?
Timing Is Everything
After it is determined that you have a ‘lemon,’ you need to take legal action so you can get the compensation owed to you by the vehicle manufacturer. Be sure to comply with Nebraska’s deadlines; as a consumer of a defective vehicle, you have a year after purchasing the vehicle to file a claim on your ‘lemon.’ For the Federal Lemon Law, the deadline is four years.
Look For A Lawyer
There are lawyers and attorneys that are educated and well-experienced in the Lemon Law in your state. Seek their assistance so that you can claim the full amount of the money owed to you. They can handle the important documentation and obtain the necessary facts and figures that you need to file a successful claim for your ‘lemon.’
Final Facts To Know
Under the law, the vehicle company needs to repurchase the defective car or truck from the consumer and provide a refund that includes the full price of the vehicle, license and registration fees, and any sales tax and other fees. There is also the option for the manufacturer to replace your defective vehicle with a similar one. Finally, the company will be required to pay for the expenses related to seeking a lawyer. Taking action against your malfunctioning vehicle does not have to be a long drawn-out process; knowing the facts will greatly reduce your stress. For more information visit the site www.yourlemonlawrights.com.
