Justifiable Reliance in Auto Fraud Cases
Justifiable reliance is an important component of many tort and contract claims such as fraudulent misrepresentation, negligent misrepresentation and promissory estoppel in contract. Justifiable reliance refers to a person’s justifiable dependence on another person’s representations. The element of justifiable reliance requires... Read More →
Auto Repair Fraud
What is Auto Repair Fraud? It is a common concern for consumers to be scammed by repair shops and dealerships when they take their vehicles in to get repaired. Consumers lose millions of dollars each year for unnecessary car repairs.... Read More →
Investigating Auto Fraud
Auto dealer fraud describes deceptive and unlawful practices used by automobile dealers, at almost any stage of the vehicle purchase process, from advertising, to negotiation of vehicle pricing and financing terms. Examples of auto dealer fraud include “bait and switch”... Read More →
Used Cars Sold Without Airbags
As a higher percentage of cars on the road contain airbags, a growing problem is the sale of vehicles without disclosing that their airbags are missing. One study estimates that about 40,000 cars are returned to the road each year... Read More →
VIN Fraud
What is VIN fraud? According to the Department of Motor Vehicles, VIN fraud is “the act of replacing or altering a vehicle identification number in order to mislead consumers or law enforcement.” This often occurs in conjunction with vehicle theft, in... Read More →
Consumer Fraud
One of the most important decisions you will make in life is buying a new or used car. Unfortunately, sometimes buying a car is a dreadful experience. Most consumers are unaware of the possibility of being scammed, ripped off, or... Read More →
Motor Vehicle Defects & Florida Lemon Law
MOTOR VEHICLE DEFECTS & FLORIDA LEMON LAW Anyone who may have purchased or leased a defective vehicle may be entitled to legal resources under the Florida Lemon Law. Florida Lemon Law covers defects or conditions that substantially impair the... Read More →
Consumer Protection Law in Florida (FDUTPA)
The Pivotal Law for Consumer Protection in Florida: A Primer on Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) In Florida, the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act protects consumers by providing private remedies based on consumer protection law.... Read More →
Failure to Disclose Prior Use of Automobile
A used car buyer would like to hear that the prior use of a vehicle was by one very responsible owner only who never was in an accident. It is unattractive to a used car buyer if a vehicle has... Read More →
Undisclosed Mechanical Problems
Cars with prior mechanical problems can be easily misrepresented by dealers. Since it may be nearly impossible for a layperson to detect prior mechanical work upon an inspection at a dealership, dealers have an incentive to cover up defects rather... Read More →