Why You Should Avoid Lemon Law Arbitration

Car companies and dealers are continually trying to get out of their obligations under the California lemon law. One of the tricks they will use is to attempt to convince customers who have a legitimate case to settle their differences in arbitration. Previously, these were arbitration hearings set up by the manufacturers themselves. You can imagine the conflict of interest this created and how difficult it could be for a consumer to get a fair hearing.

The state of California responded to this by creating its own, non-binding arbitration system for settling lemon law disputes. On the surface, this might seem like a great idea -- the arbitration process is designed to be fair and unbiased and only be binding for the manufacturer. What’s not to love?

The problem is that arbitration is a lengthy process, and manufacturers will use the delays to their advantage. Lemon law lawyers in California working on behalf of car companies will spend hours trying to drag the process out as long as possible. After all, they know that the more tedious and time-consuming the process is for a consumer, the more likely they are to accept a settlement that is less than fair or drop the matter entirely. In addition, the car manufacturers know that an unfavorable arbitration ruling might be used against you at trial.

For this reason, it’s important for consumers in Southern California to take their case to a reputable Los Angeles or Orange County lemon law attorney for a consultation. At the California Lemon Law Center, we’ll review your case and give you a free consultation, allowing you to feel confident that you are taking the right steps. And our earnings are based on your success, with our fees usually being paid by the manufacturer after a successful case. You owe it to yourself to work with the top team of lemon law attorneys in Southern California at the California Lemon Law Center.