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California Lemon Law Attorneys with 36 Years of Experience
Since 1987, our firm has resolved over 19,000 California Lemon Law cases with a 99% success rate. We specialize in representing consumers whose new or certified pre-owned vehicles have persistent defects that impair use, value, or safety. Our attorneys work on a contingency-fee basis, ensuring clients pay nothing upfront while receiving personalized communication directly with experienced legal professionals.With offices statewide, we prioritize quality client relationships and maintain direct collaboration with automobile manufacturers to achieve efficient resolutions. Our team's expertise includes handling complex cases involving engine failures, transmission issues, and safety-critical defects, often securing refunds, replacements, or cash settlements within 15 days.
Services
Lemon Law Representation
Vehicle Buyback Assistance
Warranty Repair Disputes
Certified Pre-Owned Claims
Lemon Law Settlement Negotiation
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 36 years of specialized California Lemon Law experience
- 99% case resolution rate without courtroom appearances
- Direct attorney communication with no automated systems
- Contingency-fee representation with zero upfront costs
- Statewide service with offices in major California cities
What people say
Excellent service
Quick resolution
Professional staff
No upfront costs
Direct attorney access
Services
Lemon Law Representation
Our attorneys specialize in California Lemon Law cases for vehicles with persistent defects. We handle claims for refunds, replacements, or cash settlements when manufacturers fail to repair issues affecting safety, use, or value. With 36 years of experience and a 99% success rate, we work on contingency fees ensuring no upfront costs for clients.
Warranty Repair Disputes
We resolve disputes regarding warranty-covered repairs for defects like engine failures, transmission problems, and safety system malfunctions. Our team documents repair histories and demonstrates substantial impairment to vehicle use or safety. This service helps clients qualify for lemon law protections when dealerships fail to complete effective repairs within statutory timelines.
Certified Pre-Owned Claims
Specialized representation for certified pre-owned vehicles (2020 and newer) with unresolved defects. We verify manufacturer certification status and warranty coverage while navigating specific requirements for CPO lemon law claims. Our attorneys ensure clients receive appropriate remedies including buybacks or replacement vehicles when applicable.
People
Law Offices Of Chris R Milton
Founder & Lead Attorney
With 36 years of Lemon Law expertise, Mr. McGee has resolved over 19,000 cases. He pioneered direct client communication practices and maintains close relationships with automotive manufacturers' legal teams to achieve efficient resolutions.
Randy Sottile
Lemon Law Auto Expert
27-year Lemon Law specialist known for handling complex cases involving intermittent defects and technical documentation. He provides personalized client support while maintaining a 99% case resolution rate through strategic negotiations with manufacturers.
Questions
What vehicles qualify under California Lemon Law?
2020-2026 new or certified pre-owned vehicles purchased in California with factory warranties covering persistent defects affecting safety, use, or value.
How many repair attempts are required?
Typically 3-4 attempts for non-safety issues within 18 months/18,000 miles. Safety-critical defects require only 2 repair attempts for qualification.
What remedies can I expect?
Possible outcomes include full refunds with loan payoff, replacement vehicles, or cash settlements while retaining ownership of the defective vehicle.
Do you handle cases statewide?
Yes, with offices in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and other major California cities providing statewide coverage for Lemon Law claims.
What documentation is needed?
Warranty repair records, purchase agreements, and vehicle history documentation. We assist clients in obtaining complete repair histories from dealerships when necessary.
How are attorney fees handled?
California Lemon Law includes manufacturer-paid attorney fees. Our contingency-fee model requires no upfront payments with costs recovered from settlements.
