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Below are links to several articles which contain a wealth of information related to different aspects and issues which arise in Ohio Lemon Law cases. Click on the links below to read the full text of each article.

Ohio Lemon Law Landmark Decisions: Suzuki, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Yamaha, Chrysler, Toyota Problems - Ohio Lemon Law
Attorneys Mitch Luxenburg and David Levin have represented consumers in many significant reported case decisions in appeals courts throughout Ohio and before the Ohio Supreme Court. Here are summaries of some of these important court rulings.

What is the "Lemon Law"?
There are many different lemon laws that provide relief for consumers who purchase cars, trucks and other products that turn out to be defective. Each state has its own "lemon law", which provides specific criteria by which your vehicle can be found to be a "lemon".

Coverage of the Lemon Law in Ohio
The Ohio Lemon Law rules cover "motor vehicles", which can include cars, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, vans, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, motor homes and recreational vehicles.

How do I Qualify for the Ohio Lemon Law?
Generally, both the lemon law in Ohio and the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act require that any defect in your vehicle or other consumer product be repaired within a "reasonable number of attempts". Each state's lemon law may also define specific situations where the vehicle is presumed to not have been repaired within a reasonable number of attempts.

How Does the Lemon Law Process Work?
Once you know your rights under the Lemon Law and you have decided to hire us to pursue your lemon law case, we first contact the manufacturer by letter. We provide them with copies of all of your repair records and a detailed explanation of the applicable law.

Informal Dispute Resolution
The Lemon Law in Ohio (and many other state's lemon laws) provide that before filing a lawsuit in court, you must first go through the manufacturer's IDR process if they have one. In Ohio, that process must be qualified by the Ohio Attorney General?s office in order for it to be mandatory.

Magnuson-Moss Warranty and Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act - The "Federal Lemon Law"
A lawsuit filed under the State of Ohio Lemon Law should also allege violations of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, for breach of written and implied warranties. If proven, these claims could entitle the consumer to recover damages for loss in value of the vehicle and other incidental and consequential damages.

Text of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
United States Code

Recalls and Technical Service Bulletins
Is that problem with your vehicle driving you crazy day after day? Do you keep taking it back to the dealer for repairs only to find the problems cropping up again and again? You are not alone?

Commercial Vehicles
Are you the owner of a commercial vehicle, such as a heavy duty truck, 18-wheeler, tractor, or even a car that is used for business purposes? Unfortunately, the auto Lemon Law would not apply to you. However, you can still pursue claims for breach of warranty under Ohio law, similar to the claims consumers can bring under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

Dealing with the Dealership to Protect Your Case
The following are some rules to keep in mind when taking your car in for service. Don't just trust everything you are told without getting it in writing.

Ohio Consumer Fraud
Attorneys David Levin and Mitchel Luxenburg also have significant experience representing victims of Ohio consumer fraud. There are many pitfalls of which consumers must be wary when purchasing a new or used vehicle.

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