Breach of warranty
There is nothing more frustrating for consumers than to waste valuable time and money having to bring in products and vehicles for repeated repairs. Our attorneys at Zeidwig Law understand that when you buy a consumer product, you expect it to meet a certain standard of quality and performance. Federal law protects consumer rights against defective products, and if you have repeatedly brought in your new appliance or vehicle for repairs and have not received a refund or replacement, you may be able to take legal action.
We count breach of warranty as one of our many practice areas, and we may be able to help you. If you are seeking compensation from a manufacturer after purchasing a defective product, fill out our free, no-risk case review form today to see if one of our experienced consumer protection attorneys can help.
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a federal law enacted in 1975, protects consumers who have purchased defective products. The law specifically pertains to mechanical consumer products that cost more than $10 with a written warranty, such as refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, and even vehicles. The law also requires companies to provide consumers with detailed information about the contents of their warranty. This allows consumers to make informed choices when choosing their appliances, weighing the terms of the warranty with price and features.
The Magnuson-Moss law covers a wide range of products, including new and certified pre-owned vehicles and major appliances such as air conditioning units, ATVs, cars, dishwashers, heating and cooling systems, mobile homes, motorcycles, refrigerators, RVs, stoves, trucks, and washer/dryer units.
It's important to note that Magnuson-Moss is a federal law, and therefore is not to be confused with state lemon laws, which vary by state and apply only to defective vehicles such as automobiles, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles. Despite the different state-level laws, there are generally basic criteria for what makes a vehicle a "lemon." The new vehicle must have a substantial defect, covered by a warranty, that showed up within a certain period of time or mileage after you purchased the vehicle — and which could not be fixed after a reasonable number of attempts to repair it.
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act helps consumers who have tried to repair their product multiple times within the terms of their warranty. If the product persists as defective after multiple unsuccessful repairs, the warranty is considered breached and the consumer is able to receive either a replacement or a full refund. Consumers may also be entitled to a refund if they are unable to use their product for a total of 30 days due to repairs. If the manufacturer does not comply with the warranty act and refuses to give a replacement or refund, the consumer has grounds for a consumer protection lawsuit.
A consumer protection attorney will work for you to ensure that you receive the refund or replacement you are entitled to. The terms of a warranty can be difficult to navigate, but an experienced attorney can parse the language and help you to prove your claim. In addition, a breach of warranty lawyer will often be able to recover greater compensation than those who try to deal with the manufacturers on their own. This is especially important for consumers who are seeking full refunds on more expensive investments, such as a new RV or state-of-the-art refrigerator with Wi-Fi.
Explosions
Explosions can have devastating consequences for those affected, both at the scene and in the aftermath. They occur when a substance exceeds capacity and releases energy from a confined space. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, explosions killed seven people in Florida in 2017, and many more were injured. Some individuals may even develop chronic conditions after being exposed to an explosion. At Zeidwig Law, our explosion accident lawyers have extensive experience in handling explosion injury claims and can help clients and their loved ones recover compensation for their losses, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
product liability
At Zeidwig Law, our attorneys are knowledgeable in the laws that protect consumers from harm caused by defective products. If a consumer is injured due to a defective product, a number of parties may be held responsible for releasing a product that they knew or should have known posed a risk to users. The jurisdiction in which the product liability case is filed will determine the liability of those involved in the chain of commerce as the defective product goes from the manufacturer to the consumer. A person or company may be held liable for a variety of products, including faulty medical devices and foods that cause food poisoning. If you or someone you know has been injured by a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation. Our attorneys at Zeidwig Law have a successful track record in litigating product liability cases and recovering compensation for our clients.