Lemon Law Blog

Summertime is here…and there are so many seasonal staples throughout the Garden State–kids building sand castles, frozen custard stands, fresh Jersey corn…the list goes on and on. And, as you travel down your highway of choice or lay out on one of our sandy shores, you no doubt will hear or see our ads “Driving A Lemon? Make the call to 1-800-LEMON-LAW.” (Apparently, it’s a very popular song with the younger set as well.)

Indeed, New jersey has one of the best lemon laws in the Nation. As we have continued to educate New Jersey consumers on their rights, other firms have popped up, in some cases claiming to be something they are not. Therefore, it’s very important to ask the right questions.

MOST IMPORTANTLY, is a partner or senior member of the firm licensed in New Jersey? It seems like common sense, but we know of at least one firm where the lawyer’s face is plastered all over his website, he posts his name in every ad, and he refers to himself as “respected” and “a trusted source in New Jersey” and guess what? He is not licensed in the State of New Jersey. His NJ cases are delegated to junior associates who are fresh out of law school. But, you wouldn’t know that unless you dug deep into his website or asked directly.

Ask about the Firm’s accomplishments in the Garden State. Kimmel & Silverman is proud to have it’s name known throughout New Jersey for its efforts, not just its ads. After all, an ad is one thing; its the actions of the people behind the ad that count.

**All of our New Jersey attorneys have extensive legal experience representing plaintiffs in ALL counties throughout the State. In addition Founding Partner Bob Silverman and New Jersey Managing Attorney Jacqueline Herritt have both been honored as New Jersey Super Lawyers by Law & Politics Magazine , representing the top 5% of all attorneys in the state of New Jersey. They are the ONLY lemon law attorneys in the State who have received this honor.

**Our attorneys have been asked by the Courts to teach arbitrators and mediators the fundamentals of the New Jersey Lemon Law, so they can be better equipped to hear cases.

**Bob Silverman has been called “a pioneer in lemon law litigation” by the Newark Star Ledger, one of the most prestigious newspapers in the State.

**Our NJ efforts have been featured on New Jersey Network’s program “Due Process,” News 12 New Jersey, NBC40 in Atlantic City, CW 11 New York, and The Comcast Network. We have also been featured in the pages of SJ Magazine, The Star Ledger, The Courier Post, The Trentonian, The Press of Atlantic City, and Business News New Jersey.

**We remain the only lemon law firm in the Nation to be honored by the American Bar Association.

**Since our inception in 1991, we have always provided completely cost-free legal representation to consumers throughout New Jersey (and our other states as well.)

If you have a potential New Jersey lemon law claim, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-LEMON-LAW (1-800-536-6652) or visit us at www.lemonlaw.com. To read the New Jersey Lemon Law Statute, please click here.

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Strapped for cash?  Who isn’t?  Unemployment is up. News reports continue to flood in about how poor the economy is. As gas prices soar higher, the money in our wallets seems to dwindle. Our homes are not worth what they were and neither are our stock portfolios. So, how would $2,000, $3,000 or even $5000 sound?  In a non-taxable check, and you don’t have to do much to get it.  You may be entitled to a large sum of money and the answer may be right in front of your nose…in your driveway to be exact (and no, we are not talking about selling your car). If you have read it before on the blog, it bears repeating, because consumers who call into the 1 800 LEMON LAW hotline can’t beleive it.  This is a Federal law which applies to every state we work in:  Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio, Washington DC, Vermont, Rhode Island and New Hampshire.

It’s a little known Federal law called the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act, that’s not discussed by car dealerships when you purchase your car.  It’s a statute that is not heavily promoted or publicized but it applies to cars, or any products that cost over $25 and are covered by a manufacturers warranty.  What is says is that if you find that you have to get your car repaired three or more times for the same thing, it means that the warranty has not proven to efficient or very effective.  And for that reason, you could be entitled to monies that reflect the diminished value of the car as a result of the problem. So, that darn window motor that’s been replaced, the air conditioner that hasn’t been blowing cool air,  the water leak in the trunk that was finally fixed after four tries, or that nav system that’s gone through quite a few upgrades could mean thousands in your pocket PLUS
**You get to keep your car
**Your warranty remains completely in effect and they still have to fix your car.
**Your car is NOT branded in any way (like the lemon law), so know one can look up a carfax report and determine that you received this money.
**You do NOT need to  disclose that you received this money when selling or trading your car. 
**Like the Lemon Law, the Magnuson Moss provides a provision which entitles consumers to completely FREE LEGAL HELP, so they are on equal footing with the manufacturers.
 
And unlike the lemon law, this law can also apply to used cars, motorcycles(when state laws do not apply), and some seacraft too (like jet skis and sea doos). You read this right–This is free money and it applies to any car or truck which has repeated problems under an original or extended manufacturers warranty (normally three times in for the same problem) .

If you’d like to see if you are entitled to this money, click here or call us at 1-800 LEMON LAW (1-800-536-6652). Also, this past Spring, CBS3 consumer reporter Jim Donovan put together a great story on this which you can view by clicking here.

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From Jewish Exponent (6/19/08) Michael Elkin’s “Stars of David” Column

Driving a lemon? 1-800-LEMON L — it’s like “Costanza”; “Stars” just can’t get that commercial jingle out of his head.And at the head of the class are those who came up with that jingle: Robert M. Silverman and Craig Thor Kimmel, founding partners of Kimmel and Silverman – and whose commercials tout them as the “lemon law firm” for those car junkies whose cars turn out to be junkers — have been honored as “Pennsylvania Super Lawyers” by Law & Politics magazine. That’s five years in a row (or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first; guess they’re still under warranty.) If there’s a ceremony, “Stars” bets their ride won’t be breaking down on the way.

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Every month, we will be highlighting some common trends we are seeing in our lemon law claims.  We have successfully handled numerous cases with the following problems.  If you find that you are experiencing these problems, and you have been back in the shop 3 or more times for the issue, please contact us to see if we can help you receive a new car, or a full or partial refund:

TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKS in 2005-2006 Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum , Chrysler 300, and Jeep Commander models

WATER LEAKS in Jeep Wrangler models (we have handled hundreds of these pertaining specifically to the 2008 model)

SEVERE VIBRATION (known as “Death Wobble”) in 2005-2008 Jeep Wrangler models

VIBRATION in 2006-2007 Chrysler Pacifica models

BRAKE FAILURE in 2006-2007 Dodge Dakota models

2005-2006 Harley Davidson models are having problem with the bikes charging

PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT in 2006 Kia Spectra models

BRAKES AND ROTOR FAILURE in Nissan Titan and Armada models

BRAKE PROBLEMS with Kia Sedona models

For more information on lemon law help, call us at 1-800-LEMON-LAW or visit our website.

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Attention Pennsylvania Comcast viewers:

Lemon Law attorney Craig Thor Kimmel will discuss the 2008 Car Complaint Index on Comcast Newsmakers.  The program is seen on the CNN Headline News channel at the following times:

Wednesday 6/11 at 8:25 am and 4:25 pm

Thursday 6/12 at 7:25 am and 3:25 pm

Friday 6/13 at 6:25 am, 2:25 pm, and 10:25 pm

Saturday 6/14 at 5:25 am, 1:25 pm, and 9:25 pm

Sunday 6/15 at 4:25 am and 12:25 pm

Monday 6/16 at 3:25 am and 11:25 am

Tuesday 6/17 at 2:25 am, 10:25 am, and 6:25 pm

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1-800 LEMON LAW was so delighted to help sponsor the telethon for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation on CBS3 this past week.  Several employees from our firm answered phones, including Founding Partner Craig Thor Kimmel.  Thanks to the tremendous generosity from people and businesses throughout the Delaware Valley, the event generated almost $700,000 towards The Scott Family’s continuing quest to end childhood cancer.  Kudos to ALSF and CBS3 for making this event happen and thank you to all who donated.

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