It started under warranty
The problem first showed up while the manufacturer’s warranty was still active.
California lemon law attorneys
The manufacturer’s former lawyer. Now on your side.
Car keeps going back to the dealer?
The manufacturer may have to buy it back.
Free 60-second case check
1 of 3Did the problem start while the car was under the manufacturer’s warranty?
Nothing is saved or shared.
- Former automaker defense counsel
- Licensed in California
- English and 中文
- $0 out of pocket
Do you qualify?
Three things decide most lemon law cases
If all three sound familiar, your case is worth a free review.
The dealer couldn’t fix it
At least three repair attempts for the same problem, or more than 30 days out of service.
It’s a real defect
It affects the car’s safety, reliability, or value. Not damage from an accident or skipped maintenance.
How it works
From first call to buyback
- Step 1
Tell us what happened
A five-minute online form, in English or 中文.
- Step 2
Free case review
Yoseph’s team reads your repair history and tells you where you stand.
- Step 3
We take on the manufacturer
Demand letter, negotiation, and court if it comes to that.
- Step 4
You get paid
A buyback, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement.
What you may recover
See what a buyback could look like
Move the sliders to match your purchase. The law allows one main deduction: a mileage offset for the miles you drove before the first repair.
- BuybackA refund of what you paid, less a mileage offset
- ReplacementA comparable new vehicle
- Cash settlementKeep the car and get compensated
- Civil penaltiesUp to 2× damages for willful violations
Estimated recovery
$43,940
- Price paid, less offset$39,560
- Registration and fees$3,180
- Other costs$1,200
- Mileage offset−$2,940
Your attorney fees are paid separately by the manufacturer.
Get your real numberAn illustration, not a guarantee or legal advice. Your free review gives you a real figure.
Meet your attorney
Founder and lead attorney
Yoseph began as defense counsel to manufacturers at national law firms and now represents California drivers exclusively. From the first call, you work with Yoseph’s team, in English or 中文.
“Your warranty is a promise. California law says the manufacturer has to keep it, and my job is to hold them to it.”
- Southwestern Law School, J.D.
- Member, State Bar of California
- Represents California drivers exclusively
Client reviews
What clients say
I had a car with nearly 40,000 miles on it that developed a recurring problem. At first, I thought I wouldn’t be entitled to any protection or compensation, but with Yoseph’s help, I learned that I could protect myself under the Lemon Law. …
I had an outstanding experience working with Attorney Yoseph Rixit. He demonstrated exceptional professionalism, knowledge, and dedication throughout my lemon law cases. …
Had a really good experience with this law firm. The whole team was helpful and easy to work with, and they made the entire vehicle buyback process go very smoothly. Everything was handled well from start to finish, and I’m very happy with the result. Definitely recommend them!
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FAQ
Lemon law questions, answered
Still have a question?Call (213) 686-3725 or email hello@meraklegal.com.
Nothing out of pocket. When you win, California’s lemon law requires the manufacturer to pay your attorney fees and costs.Civil Code §1794(d)
The law requires a “reasonable number” of attempts. Two or more for the same problem, or more than 30 days out of service, is a common threshold.
Defects that substantially affect the use, value, or safety of the car. Engine, transmission, electrical, brake, and steering problems are common examples.
Yes. California’s lemon law protects people who lease a vehicle as well as people who buy one.
Usually, yes. Keep up with regular maintenance and save every repair order.
Your repair orders, your purchase or lease contract, and a current photo of the odometer. That is enough to evaluate most cases.
Most cases resolve without a trial. If yours needs to go further, we handle it from start to finish.
Yes. You can handle your whole case in 中文. Our Chinese site, linked at the top of every page, explains all the ways to reach us.
Your case review is free.
The manufacturer pays our fees when you win. No obligation, and an answer within 24 hours.
Prefer to talk it through?
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