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What is a Partial Settlement?
A Partial Settlement is an arrangement in which you are partially compensated for damages and repair costs.
Why might a manufacturer offer a partial settlement?
Think about your auto Lemon Law problem from the manufacturer's perspective. If you are in business to make a profit, and someone complains about one of your products, you have a financial motivation to settle with that person as quickly as possible and for as little money as possible. Unfortunately, this often leads to situations in which manufacturers essentially low-ball consumers by offering incomplete or partial refunds or replacement cars that are not comparable with the car originally purchased.
Is accepting a partial settlement bad?
Not necessarily. Your optimal settlement arrangement will depend on the nature of your Lemon Law case. In certain cases – where the defect was annoying but not necessarily dangerous and the manufacturer acted in good faith the entire time – taking a partial settlement might be reasonable. In other cases -- where the defect endangered you and your family -- only a full settlement might be acceptable.
What other tactics might a manufacturer use to defend against allegations that the car you bought was a lemon?
Manufacturers typically go to the following kinds of defenses:
- Your car was already adequately repaired
- The defect cannot be duplicated
- The defect is not "substantial" enough to warrant a repurchase or a refund
What can you do to get a better partial (or full) settlement for your lemon law case?
California Lemon law attorney Howard Silver at the Law Offices of Howard D. Silver is here to provide a complementary and completely confidential consultation. E-mail us today through our website, or dial 1-866-49-LEMON to schedule your free consultation. We have a terrific track record dealing with lemon law cases – a 95% success rate – and we handle even complex cases involving used cars, motor homes, or motorcycles.