Welcome to the Lemon Law Blog, offering all the latest automotive news and consumer information from the offices of Kimmel & Silverman. From the consumer stories making headlines to recent trends we see in Lemon Law litigation among certain car makes and models, our goal is to educate, enlighten, and enforce drivers' rights under State and Federal consumer statutes. If your lemon car, truck, or motorcycle is driving you crazy, we welcome you to join our conversation, email us, visit our Lemon Law home page, or give us a call at 1-800-536-6652.
August 07, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Driving your Ford Explorer and feeling lightheaded or dealing with nausea? Do not take your symptoms lightly. 1 800 LEMON LAW has successfully represented numerous Ford Explorer drivers ( and Lincoln MKX drivers)who have complained of carbon monoxide leaking into their cabin, producing a sickening methane odor. And just in case you think these incidents… Read More
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June 14, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
We are tremendously proud of New Jersey Lemon Lawyer and K&S Founding Partner Bob Silverman for being named a 2017 Distinguished Leader by New Jersey Law Journal in honor of his 25-plus year career as an ardent advocate of consumer rights. You can read more about Bob by clicking here. According to the Law Journal,… Read More
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May 19, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
A Ford Focus and Fiesta class action suit is coming down the pike which will offer some modest relief to drivers for the issues they have experienced with their problematic vehicles. However it might not be the best route for you to take, especially if you have been back to the shop repeatedly to address… Read More
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April 26, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Imagine driving at normal speed when suddenly your malfunction indicator lights up and you suffer reduced engine power. The power steering, braking, lighting and climate control systems remain fully functional so you have no clear clue on what is occurring, however you know the vehicle no longer remains operational. We have seen this occur recently… Read More
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April 20, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
We are seeing a growing trend of automotive class action lawsuits coming down the pike recently for a variety of vehicles including the Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Fiesta, and Ford Focus. The suits address common problems we have previously written about in our blog and have become familiar with through our extensive caseload. Class action suits are… Read More
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February 22, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Driving a Ford Escape and wishing you could escape noises in the rear or rattles in the suspension? You are not alone. A quick google search reveals that drivers have been complaining of Escape noises for years, dating back to 2013 models. Click here to read about drivers lamenting of their Escape noises in an… Read More
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February 20, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Without a doubt, the Ford F-150 truck continues to be one of the most popular trucks on the highway. However lately, we have been seeing an increase in the number of drivers complaining on the 1 800 LEMON LAW hotline of a Ford F-150 vibration problem, resulting in numerous trips to the dealership with no… Read More
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January 31, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Are you looking to start the new year behind a new set of wheels? January is always an ideal time for car buying, with many discounts, incentives, and end of year leftovers available at discount prices. But before you sign on the dotted line, there are certain rules of thumb to make sure you are… Read More
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January 31, 2017
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Suffering with a Volvo XC90 backup camera problem? You are not alone, but if you have been back to the dealer several times riled up about your rearview camera, you need to know your rights. Message boards are lighting up with Volvo XC90 drivers who are complaining about their rear cameras freezing and going blank… Read More
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November 01, 2016
By: Robert Silverman
Category: consumer-rights-blog
Chevrolet Cruze Diesel owners are lighting up the message boards with their frustration surrounding constant check engine lights coming on in their vehicle. And it appears that even when the dealer thinks they can identify and fix the problem, the check engine light is coming right back on. A check engine light is especially dangerous… Read More
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