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Free Lemon Law Consultation

A straight assessment of whether you have a claim — at no cost and with no obligation.

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A lemon law consultation with our firm is free, carries no obligation, and ends with a direct answer about whether your vehicle appears to qualify. If it does not, we will tell you that too.

There is a structural reason lemon law works this way. Under California’s Song-Beverly Act, a manufacturer that loses is generally required to pay the consumer’s attorney fees. That means representation in a successful claim typically costs you nothing at all.

What to Bring

The more of this you have, the more precise the assessment. Missing items are not a barrier — we can usually help you obtain them.

  • Repair orders for every visit, including “no problem found” visits
  • Purchase or lease contract
  • Warranty booklet or details of coverage
  • A rough timeline — when the problem started, dates in and out of the shop
  • Any written correspondence with the dealer or manufacturer
  • Current mileage, and if you can recall it, the mileage at the first repair visit

That last figure matters more than people expect: the statutory mileage offset in a buyback is calculated from the mileage at the first repair attempt, not from today’s odometer.

What Happens on the Call

It is a conversation, not a sales pitch. We ask what the vehicle is doing, how many times it has been in, and what the dealer has said. We look at whether the defect substantially impairs use, value or safety, and whether the repair history supports a claim.

You will leave the call knowing whether the vehicle appears to qualify, roughly what a claim might be worth, and what the realistic next step is. If we do not think you have a claim, we will say so — that is more useful to you than a maybe.

Why There Is No Fee

Two features of California law make this possible:

  • Fee shifting. Section 1794(d) of the Civil Code generally requires a manufacturer that loses to pay the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees and costs.
  • The remedy is separate from the fees. Because the manufacturer pays the fees, your buyback or settlement is generally not reduced to cover them.

This differs from personal injury work, which is handled on contingency — see how much a personal injury lawyer costs for that comparison.

No Obligation Means No Obligation

A consultation does not create an attorney-client relationship, does not commit you to anything, and does not obligate you to use our firm. Some people use the call to get a second opinion after being told by a manufacturer that they have no claim. That is a perfectly good reason to call.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the lemon law consultation really free?

Yes. There is no charge for the consultation and no obligation to proceed.

Will I be charged if I decide to move forward?

In a successful lemon law claim the manufacturer is generally responsible for the attorney fees under the Song-Beverly Act, so there is typically no fee charged to you. The fee arrangement is explained in writing before you commit to anything.

What if I do not have all my repair orders?

Bring what you have. Dealership service departments can usually print a full repair history, and we can help you request it.

How long does the consultation take?

Usually 15 to 30 minutes. Complicated repair histories take longer, and we would rather spend the time than rush the assessment.

Does contacting you create an attorney-client relationship?

No. An attorney-client relationship is formed only through a signed written agreement. Submitting a form or having an initial consultation does not create one.

Why Choose The Hashemi Law Firm

  • No fee to get started — every case begins with a free, no-obligation evaluation.
  • Often no fee to you — in lemon law cases the manufacturer typically pays your attorney’s fees, and injury cases are handled on contingency.
  • Direct attorney access — you work with Babak Hashemi personally, not a call center.
  • Two California offices, statewide service — Orange County (Foothill Ranch and Costa Mesa), representing clients across the state.
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