Key Findings

See what Law Offices of Kevin Faulk is saying about dealerships in California.

“Buying a car is a complicated process, even for the savviest and experienced purchasers. There are lots of details, lots of paperwork, and lots of opportunities for dealers to take advantage of you.”

“However, the biggest surprise that is found in contracts these days is binding, forced arbitration. In almost every contract for purchase of a vehicle in California, you will find a binding, forced arbitration clause. This means that the car dealership can prevent you from taking your case to a judge or a jury. Instead, they get to select an arbitration company, who they pay, to decide your case. Whom do you think the arbitration company is likely to choose?”

“Remember, no matter how nice, personable, and reasonable the individual you are talking to is,
there is every chance in the world that the business, by whatever means, wants to take advantage
of you.”

“When you purchase a vehicle, you’re going to get a contract that’s over 18 inches long. It will have an enormous amount of confusing details and numbers. Unscrupulous dealers use this as a chance to slip things in unnoticed. And even if it’s only a few dollars, it all adds up.”