The Barry Law Firm – California Lemon Law Attorneys Dedicated to Securing Full Refunds for Consumers with Defective Vehicles

The Barry Law Firm is dedicated exclusively to handling California Lemon Law cases. Their mission is clear: to help California consumers hold car manufacturers accountable and secure full refunds when they've been sold a defective vehicle. Whether the vehicle was bought or leased, new or used, The Barry Law Firm is there to help clients understand their legal rights when dealing with a lemon.

With extensive knowledge and resources, they are fully equipped to take on even the largest auto manufacturers. They manage every detail of the claim process from start to finish, asking clients only to provide the necessary paperwork and let the firm handle the rest.

One of the standout features of The Barry Law Firm is their No-Fee Guarantee. They believe consumers shouldn’t have to pay a lawyer to make a car manufacturer do the right thing. If a manufacturer refuses to repair or replace a lemon, they should also be responsible for covering any attorney fees incurred. At The Barry Law Firm, clients never pay a penny out of pocket, and the firm never takes a percentage of the actual damages. Instead, they ensure that manufacturers pay all fees and costs related to the claim. And if no money is recovered, clients owe nothing at all.

Understanding Your Rights Under California Lemon Law

A car is one of the most significant purchases you'll ever make. Unfortunately, some cars end up being defective even before they leave the dealer’s lot. This leaves you, the new owner, dealing with breakdowns, mechanical issues, or even compromised safety. If your new or used vehicle started having problems while under warranty, you might be legally entitled to a replacement vehicle or a refund under California’s lemon law.

What is the Lemon Law in California?

The California Lemon Law, part of the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act implemented in 1970, protects consumers from buying or leasing defective vehicles. If a car begins experiencing defects that cannot be fixed after a "reasonable number of repair attempts" while under warranty, the law requires manufacturers to replace or buy back the vehicle. The Barry Law Firm can help you navigate these complexities to understand your options.

Vehicles Covered by California Lemon Law

California Lemon Law covers a wide range of vehicles, including:

• Compact, mid-size, and full-size sedans and hatchbacks
• Light trucks like pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans
• Motorhome drivetrains, chassis, and chassis cabs
• Dealer "demo" motor vehicles and other dealer-owned vehicles
• Personal vehicles, including motorcycles, purchased or leased for individual, household, or family use
• Some commercial vehicles purchased or leased for business use

However, the law does not cover:

• Motorhome components intended for human habitation
• Motorcycles or other vehicles intended exclusively for off-road use
• Vehicles used primarily for business purposes with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 10,000 pounds
• Business vehicles owned by entities with more than five registered vehicles in California

Determining if Your Car Qualifies for Lemon Law

To determine if your vehicle qualifies for California Lemon Law, consider the following criteria:

• Problem Arises Under Warranty: The issue must have occurred while the vehicle was under the manufacturer’s warranty.
• Manufacturer Notification: You must have notified the manufacturer about the problem, typically by taking the vehicle to an authorized dealership.
• Reasonable Repair Attempts: You must have given the manufacturer a reasonable number of attempts to fix the problem, generally defined as four or more repair attempts for the same issue, or two or more for a serious problem that could cause injury or death.
• Unresolved Problem: If the manufacturer cannot fix the problem after these attempts, your vehicle may qualify as a lemon.

Special Provisions for Military Members

While most vehicle buyers must have purchased their vehicles in California to file claims, there are exceptions for military members. The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act was amended in 2007 to allow members of the armed forces stationed or residing in California to file claims, regardless of where they purchased or registered their vehicles.

Expertise of The Barry Law Firm

The Barry Law Firm focuses exclusively on Lemon Law cases. With deep knowledge of the law and a long track record of holding large auto manufacturers accountable, they offer free and fast consultations. The firm charges no fees to handle Lemon Law claims, instead making the manufacturers pay all costs and fees.

If you suspect you have a lemon, contact an experienced California Lemon Law attorney from The Barry Law Firm. They can help you understand your rights and options, ensuring you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

David Barry | Attorney

David started his legal career at a local law firm where he gained invaluable litigation experience. In 2005, David joined another local law firm to follow his calling in consumer advocacy law where he immersed himself in the California Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (aka Lemon Law). Having hundreds of cases under his belt, and seeing an unmet opportunity for quality legal services in consumer advocacy cases, David launched his own law firm – The Barry Law Firm – in 2010. Since that time, he has continued to grow his thriving practice, providing thousands of clients with unparalleled legal representation and successful results.

David grew up in New York. He graduated from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, in 1997 and earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law in 2000.

“At The Barry Law Firm, we are committed to demanding total justice for you. This means a refund of your down payment, your monthly payments, your registration costs, and any existing loan balance. We don’t want our clients to receive anything less than they deserve.”