Your Options for Returning a Used Car Reviewed by Attorney Charles Panzarella Buying a used car can be an exciting yet challenging process. Despite your best efforts, you may later uncover issues with your vehicle or wish you had not gone through with the purchase. In such situations, it’s reasonable to ask: Can I return the used car I just bought from a dealership? The short answer is, depending on your situation. While dealers are not obligated to take back a returned car if you simply … [Read more...] about How to Return a Used Car to the Dealer
Auto Fraud
What Is The Consumer Protection Law? – Know Your Rights
The United States is the land of opportunity when it comes to products and services. However, with so many different services and products available, the risk of fraud, scams, and theft can be high. It is very easy for consumers to fall victim to shady banks, auto dealers, debt collectors, or sellers. Fortunately, the United States government has both state and federal laws that protect consumers against fraud and scams. One area of fraud that is on the rise is auto fraud. According to the … [Read more...] about What Is The Consumer Protection Law? – Know Your Rights
Understanding Consumer Protection Law
Did you know that as a consumer in the United States, you have certain rights that prevent businesses from engaging in illegal practices that scam you? There are so many aspects of consumer laws that exist, it's almost impossible to learn them all. However, this should not deter you from learning about the laws as much as you want. What Is The Consumer Protection Law? The United States is the land of opportunity when it comes to products and services. However, with so many different services … [Read more...] about Understanding Consumer Protection Law
How to Minimize the Risk for Fraud in Auto Lending
There is a stunning increase in the risk for fraudulent auto lending, as pointed out by a new San Diego startup that uses machine learning software and specifically designed algorithms to detect vehicle loan fraud. “Looking at the data, PointPredictive believes the level of annual fraud risk in auto lending will reach $4 billion to $6 billion this year – up from $2 billion to $3 billion in 2015.” (The San Diego Union Tribune). This new company is hoping its technology will become the … [Read more...] about How to Minimize the Risk for Fraud in Auto Lending
Consider These When Looking For An Auto Attorney
Buying a new car is one of the biggest financial decisions that many people make. A vehicle sale is a complicated transaction that involves a lot of paperwork and information. Dishonest auto dealers may try to pad their commission by engaging in unscrupulous practices and even outright fraud. In the excitement of the car buying process, consumers may get taken advantage of by dealers. Even if you have carefully researched autos and shopped around to compare prices, unscrupulous car dealers … [Read more...] about Consider These When Looking For An Auto Attorney
Car Dealer Lied About Financing – What to Do
Help! The dealership sold me a bad car! If your car dealer lied about financing, it is critical for you to know that you do have rights. One of the biggest ways that dealers defraud customers is in the financing of the vehicle. If you have recently purchased an automobile, you might have just been taken for a ride by the dealer. An astonishing number of auto sales involve unfair practices by the dealer. A car lot may take advantage of you in many ways. In fact, up to one percent of all … [Read more...] about Car Dealer Lied About Financing – What to Do