Why a Maryland Lemon Law Attorney
Over 20 Years Connecting Consumers with Lemon Law Attorneys
If you’re considering a Maryland lemon law claim, you may wonder whether you need an attorney. You can represent yourself, but legal representation can help when evaluating warranty records, communicating with the manufacturer, and assessing which remedies may apply to your situation. The legal procedure can be complex, and the manufacturer may dispute whether a defect substantially impairs your vehicle’s use and market value or offer a settlement that doesn’t reflect the full value of your claim.
Many lemon law claims are settled out of court through negotiation between the consumer and the manufacturer. If negotiation doesn’t resolve your case, an affiliated Maryland lemon law lawyer can assess whether litigation is appropriate.
At National Lemon Law Center, we explain consumer rights under state and federal lemon laws. If you need a Maryland lemon law lawyer, we can connect you with a well-qualified affiliated attorney in your area. We review concerns involving cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, and other vehicles. We can also review concerns involving computers and other consumer products, which may fall under federal warranty law rather than Maryland’s vehicle statute.
Contact us to discuss your vehicle and connect with an affiliated attorney who can review your warranty and repair records.
Maryland Lemon Law Eligibility & Repair Presumptions
This is general information, not legal advice. Maryland’s Automotive Warranty Enforcement Act generally covers new or leased passenger vehicles, motorcycles, light trucks within the statutory weight limit, and multipurpose vehicles registered in the state. Coverage applies during the manufacturer’s warranty period, which is the earlier of 18,000 miles or 24 months after original delivery.
To qualify, the defect must substantially impair the vehicle’s use and market value.
The law presumes a reasonable number of repair attempts have been made in any of the following situations:
- Four or more unsuccessful repair attempts for the same defect
- 30 or more cumulative days out of service due to repairs
- One unsuccessful repair for a braking or steering defect that leaves the vehicle out of compliance with Maryland safety inspection laws
Statutory defenses available to a manufacturer include abuse, neglect, or unauthorized modifications to the vehicle.
Maryland Notice, Remedies & Filing Deadlines
Before pursuing a claim, a consumer must notify the manufacturer or factory branch in writing by certified mail, return receipt requested, and give the manufacturer an opportunity to cure the defect. Once proper notice is received, the manufacturer or authorized dealer generally has 30 days to complete the correction.
If the defect isn’t resolved, potential remedies under the Automotive Warranty Enforcement Act include a comparable replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price and specified governmental charges, subject to statutory deductions and allowances. A manufacturer-sponsored informal dispute settlement procedure may also be available, though using it doesn’t eliminate your statutory rights. An action under the Act generally must be filed within three years of the vehicle’s original delivery. Federal law, including the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, may provide additional avenues depending on the facts of your situation.
Finding a Maryland Lemon Law Lawyer
A Maryland lemon law attorney can review your records and evaluate your options before you begin filing a claim.
When you reach out, having the following on hand can help move the review forward:
- Repair orders
- Warranty documents
- Purchase or lease records
- Correspondence with the manufacturer
- A log of repair attempt dates
Affiliated attorneys generally seek compensation from the manufacturer or dealership rather than charging out-of-pocket legal fees, though fee arrangements depend on the specific attorney and the facts of your claim.
If you think your vehicle may qualify under Maryland law, contact National Lemon Law Center to request a consultation and connect with an affiliated attorney. We’ve helped over 19,000 consumers and recovered over $70 million.
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"I think highly of their services and would recommend them for any lemon law case."In 2013, I leased a high-end car, but immediately discovered a number of problems, especially sudden braking or sudden acceleration. After taking the car to various authorized dealerships, none were able to fix the problem. The manufacturer was unwilling to admit that a problem existed. After talking with a number of attorneys, I was impressed that Alex concentrated on lemon-law cases. I sent Alex all of my detailed records, he gave me a likely timeframe, and he was able to get the manufacturer to take the car back within that time-frame. I think highly of his services and would recommend him in such lemon-law cases.Wes
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"I was screwed on a new car and they helped get a refund!"I got screwed on a new car. After fighting the dealership on my own for 6 months and getting nowhere, Alex was able to get me a refund within a reasonable amount of time (about six months, without court). I will use him again if I have to.Jordan R.
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"National Lemon Law Center provided me excellent service during the entire process."My initial hearing with the State Attorney General was dismissed, and I decided to give it one more try through an attorney.I initially contacted the firm in early February 2013. They responded in three days requesting for documents necessary to review the case. Once I sent them the documents, they responded within a week to let me know that they will take the case. by mid-March, they let me know that they are working with the car company. Yesterday (4/16/13), I went out to my local dealership for them to buyback my car. They paid for the remaining balance of my loan, and paid me the difference in check.Throughout the whole process, Mr. Simanovsky directly communicated with me through either by phone or e-mail to let me know what was going on, which I found to be very pleasantly surprising.This was the kind of service that you always hope for, but not normally expected to receive.Thomas B.
