The requirement to provide a Spanish Retail Installment Sales Contracts depends on the laws and regulations in the particular jurisdiction where the transaction is taking place. In some states or regions with large Spanish-speaking populations, like California, it may be required by law to provide a translation of the vehicle sales contract, as well as...Read More

The complaint against Kasra Sadr and the Car Law Firm on May the 20th, 2020 states that six car owners were allegedly targeted with alarming letters informing them that their vehicles have incurred structural damage. The lawsuit says that the letters asked them to urgently contact the sender, Defendant Car Law Firm, for a case...Read More

In light of National Consumer Protection Week, California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta encouraged individuals to report any improper behavior or violations against consumer protection statutes directly to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) through their website. By doing so, data can be collected to help identify whether to probe further into a business or individual....Read More

Remind your team regarding Contract Cancellation Option Charts & Rules Concerning Fees We have seen a number of lawsuits and demand letters accusing dealerships of using Contract Cancellation Option Agreements that are not compliant with the law. We have heard numerous questions from our dealers on varying types of incorrect charts they have seen and...Read More

For automotive dealerships that do mechanical and service work on vehicles, proper registration with the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) is crucial for performing repairs that require mechanical expertise or pertain to parts essential for safe driving. Luckily, BAR does not regulate “minor” auto services such as tire replacement and installing a battery – activities which are generally conducted...Read More

If you’re a licensed dealer in California with vehicles up for sale, special plates can be acquired to help do business. Eligible individuals include the sole owner, general partner or manager of a limited liability company who are actively engaged in running the dealership’s operations. Alternatively, the Dealer may designate their General Manager, Business Manager...Read More

CLRA’s 3-Year Statute of Limitations: What You Need to Know As you know, the California Consumer Legal Remedies Act (CLRA), is the Plaintiff’slawyer’s favorite law to go after dealers. Plaintiff’s lawyers routinely claim that the dealer or the salesperson verbally said something to the customer that was not true. In California, the time limit for...Read More

Drive Power Safety for 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class Owners Mercedes-Benz USA has issued a safety recall for certain 2021-2023 models, impacting popular vehicles like the C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class. The recall revolves around a fuel pump issue that may cause...Read More

The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a new era of digital solutions, including the acceptance of electronic signatures for important documents related to vehicle title applications and odometer disclosure statements. Florida is one state that permits this type of signature using Rule 49 (Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Assurance Level 2). Despite increased convenience in signing digitally,...Read More

Consumer law firms that handle auto fraud in California are popular because California has some of the strongest consumer protection laws in the United States, particularly when it comes to automotive-related issues. For example, California has a robust Consumer Legal Remedies Act (CLRA) and Lemon Law (the Song-Beverly Warranty Act) that provides strong protections for consumers who...Read More