West Virginia Lemon Law Attorney

Lemon Laws in West Virginia

A "lemon" is a consumer product or appliance with a defect that significantly impairs its functionality that was sold or leased after January 1, 1987. The state of West Virginia mandates that a manufacturer repair or replace defective vehicles. Your appliance or product must require multiple repairs while under the manufacturer's factory warranty and, in order to deem the defect a substantial impairment, it must render the vehicle unsafe, unreliable for normal use, or it must seriously decrease the market value. If the manufacturer is informed of the defect and is unable to conform the vehicle to the standard expressed in the warranty, a full refund or replacement vehicle of comparable value must be given to the consumer.

We have found that most people believe lemon laws only apply to motor vehicles. This is a common misconception and is true for many state lemon laws but is not true of federal law. Federal Lemon Law applies to all types of consumer products including cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, RVs, boats, computers, and home appliances. Anything that costs $25 or more and came with a written warranty is covered by federal lemon law, more formally known as The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Used vehicles are covered under the federal lemon law if you have a manufacturer's warranty, original or extended. Also covered under this act, and perhaps most importantly so, is a fee-shifting provision. If your vehicle, appliance, or other product is deemed a lemon by the court system, the manufacturer will be required to cover all attorney fees.

What a Lemon Law Lawyer Can Do for You

It is important that you consult a West Virginia lemon law lawyer immediately if you have had continued problems with your vehicle, product, or appliance. At the National Lemon Law Center, you will find a qualified attorney who can help you navigate the details of your legal case. We can assure you experienced representation that only has your best interests in mind. There is no reason for you to continue suffering through more repairs that you know will not lead to a successful resolution. We can help you achieve justice and receive the compensation you have the right to.  Call today to schedule your free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys.

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If you are stuck in a lemon lease or currently own a lemon, contact a West Virginia lemon law attorney  as soon as possible and see what we can do for you.