2008 Legislature: Status of other bills Feb 20, 2008
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Clock running out on legislation Feb 18, 2008
From a proposed pet lemon law to several pieces of legislation dealing with Hurricane Katrina-related insurance issues, hundreds of bills still are stuck in panels in both the House and Senate. "If (bills are) put on the calendar, it's our intent to take them up. We don't want to cause any bill not to be considered because of time expiring," House Speaker Billy McCoy told fellow representatives Friday. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Talking cars: Cruise control conundrum Jan 25, 2008
I understand that I am eligible under the lemon law for a replacement car of the same. What would you do. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Breeders abuse animals for profit Dec 23, 2007
Arizona has a "Puppy Lemon Law," which requires pet stores to reimburse customers for expenses if a puppy becomes sick within a few weeks. But the law applies only to pet stores. (AZCentral)
Pet store owner accused of selling sick puppies Dec 21, 2007
According to officials, 52-year-old Julie Soutullo, owner of Poochie Koochie in Aventura, has not followed Florida's Pet Lemon Law. Soutullo is being accused of bringing puppies from puppy mills in South America. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Bill Heard Chevrolet dealerships in Sanford, Plant City settle Florida investigation Nov 10, 2007
The dealership reportedly told him it would be "turned in" under the state's lemon law and he would not be charged for it. Weeks later, however, he said he was told he owed payments on both. (Orlando Sentinel -- Business)
Glad You Asked: How did Piggly Wiggly get its name? Oct 4, 2007
Does Wisconsin have a lemon law. A lemon law is in force in the Badger State ... The Department of Transportation Web site deals extensively with the lemon law. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Struggling to locate a Toyota to replace the Edsel administration Sep 19, 2007
About now, if there was a Lemon Law for politicians, the Bush administration would be looking at a raft of recall notices. There are a lot of folks with a bad case of buyer s remorse. (Winona Daily News, MN)
South Marsh Island blocks the place to be Sep 3, 2007
There ought to be a lemon law, LaGrange said ruefully. The Always Somethin , a 24-foot long Robalo, went about 65 miles out into the SMI field and came back into the Vermilion field, he said. (New Iberia, LA)
Ask Mrs. Riches: When Your Car's a Dud Aug 28, 2007
Luckily, there are federal and state "lemon laws" that help folks who are driving a dud, but only if they meet specific criteria ... If your complaint about the car is something new each time (or if the service technician conveniently writes it up as a different problem), the lemon laws may not apply ... There are attorneys who are experienced in the lemon law arena, should you need to secure representation. (MSNBC -- Business)
Where have all the girly women gone? Aug 3, 2007
u still can look into that lemon law thing ... SJ300That is what I am looking into now as far as the lemon laws, because that car couldn t have been new and havin all these issues ... There are certain procedure you have to follow under the GA Lemon Law complaints. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Hyundai Motor profits jump 52 pct. in 2Q Jul 26, 2007
Free California Lemon Law handbook. www. (Yahoo News)
Seeking love Jul 18, 2007
He also came up with the Lemon Law concept for dating. The Lemon Law is normally associated with the act of buying a second-hand car basically, a person only has 30 seconds to think about whether or not a car is worth getting before the salesman kicks up his sales pitch and suckers you into buying it, even when you know the car is a total lemon. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
'Lemon law' expanded to fire trucks Jun 24, 2007
PROVIDENCE - The General Assembly has approved a bill to expand the current lemon law in Rhode Island to include new or used fire apparatus owned or leased by municipalities ... "There is no lemon law on the books that protects municipal apparatus or district apparatus, and we're now one step closer to becoming the first state in the country to address a lemon law in regards to fire apparatus." ... Menard and Doyle said that their legislation to expand the lemon law will prevent a similar... (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Work in St. Paul leaves first term rep enthused Jun 22, 2007
The state used car Lemon Law was improved to include definitions of what a certified vehicle can and can not be. Kalin said he wanted to see even more adopted in law, mentioning protection for dealers so they don't get ripped off by buyers who return vehicles they've stripped parts from. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
Leading Lemon Law Firm Looks to Help More Car Owners by Utilizing Online Marketing Firm Dinkum Interactive Jun 13, 2007
The site offers detailed information on lemon laws in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio, Vermont, Rhode Island, Washington D.C. and Delaware, and promises to answer any questions a person may have on the subject. The firm itself has succeeded in obtaining more new vehicles and refunds for their clients than any other lemon law firm in the Northeast. (Primezone Releases)
Billy Donovan: Deal, or no deal? Jun 6, 2007
Figured that if there's a Lemon Law for cars, there must be one for basketball jobs. "Wait, you mean they fire you in the NBA for losing in the first round?". (AZCentral -- Sports)
Beware of buying a dog online Jun 5, 2007
And because most states dont have puppy lemon laws, an Internet buyer often has no recourse if his or her new dog has health problems ... There is no puppy lemon law in Nebraska, but Disterhaupt, of Stuart, Neb. (MSNBC -- Health)
Lawmakers Consider Crackdown On 'Puppy Mills' Jun 4, 2007
And because most states don't have puppy lemon laws, an Internet buyer often has no recourse if his or her new dog has health problems. There is no puppy lemon law in Nebraska, but the president of the Nebraska Dog Breeders Association said he is helping craft legislation that could be introduced in the Legislature next year. (7 KETV Omaha)
Auto buyers guide pulled May 31, 2007
The brochure, called Dont Get Taken For A Ride: A Consumers Guide to Car Buying and Automotive Repairs contained information on lemon laws, repairs and financing ... She mentioned unverifiable statistics concerning dealers profits, poor organization and a lack of thorough explanation for topics such as the lemon law as some of her issues with the publication. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Illinois legislature debates cell phone bill May 2, 2007
"The cell phone lemon law was created to protect customers who continuously have defective phones issued to them," said the bill's creator, State Rep. Susana Mendoza (D-1st District). (U-Wire.com)
Pet sale rules to get stricter as current system allows sick animals to be sold Apr 22, 2007
Florida's Pet Lemon Law requires any dog or cat to be inspected and certified as healthy by a veterinarian before sale. But many vets accept the shot records provided by breeders and issue certificates to pet stores claiming puppies have had the proper vaccines and are free from parasites, instead of doing their own inspections to verify an animal's health. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Scam is a ticket for a rip-off Apr 20, 2007
" And hope, as far as your scammer goes, that there's such a thing as karma in this world. Lemon aid: Speaking of car trouble, there's a bill working its way through the state Legislature that merits your attention. It's SB234, which would extend protections for car buyers granted under California's lemon law to members of the armed forces who end up stationed here. The bill was approved 40-0 by the state Senate this week and now heads to the Assembly. It was authored by Sen. Ellen Corbett,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Lemon ladder truck is back on the road Apr 8, 2007
Rene Menard of District 25 introduced several bills aimed at expanding the state's current lemon law, in response to the faulty fire truck at one of the town's fire departments. Menard said he would like the lemon law to include new or used fire apparatus owned or leased by municipalities. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Stuck with a lemon? Here are 5 things you can do about it Apr 6, 2007
HOW TO GET HELP WITH LEMON LAWS. Check your state's lemon law at ... The group's website, , has a shorter list of lemon law attorneys. (USA Today -- Money)
Lincoln fire truck back after 'lemon' aid Apr 5, 2007
Rene Menard of District 25 introduced several bills aimed at expanding the state's current lemon law, in response to the faulty fire truck at one of the town's fire departments. Menard said he would like the lemon law to include new or used fire apparatus owned or leased by municipalities "Ensuring that out state's fire districts always have operational equipment should be a priority," Menard recently said. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Puppy mill - over 100 dogs, 23 seized Mar 27, 2007
Smith said the Attorney General's Office, which is in charge of enforcing the so-called "puppy lemon law" allowing consumers to be reimbursed for sick dogs, is seeking to show a pattern of violations. "The question is, are people buying puppies that are dying of parvo and that, given the volume of sales, is there enough of a pattern to act on?" she said. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Read More... Mar 25, 2007
Lemons signifying the need for lemon laws to protect us from substandard builders of defective housing ... Some bills were presented by Representatives for lemon laws for houses and more stringent laws to protect the homebuyers ... We have a lemon law for cars. (Disinformation)
ERIN NEFF: City voters, beware Mar 20, 2007
The closest thing to a lemon law for Nevada elections is the ability to recall an official. Sort of like a voter mulligan. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Opinion)
At Your Library Mar 1, 2007
There are also sections on protecting yourself from identity theft, staying safe while traveling, creating wills and the auto industry lemon law. One copy of this book is available for use in the library. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Lemon law let-down Feb 28, 2007
MEMPHIS, TN -- A state agency's web masters quickly corrected Tennessee's Lemon Law web site after 3 On Your Side discovered the site has posted inaccurate information about the law for four years ... But in a cursory check of the web site, 3 On Your Side discovered the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs never updated its Lemon Law posting after the law was amended ... The result is an untold number of consumers who may have consulted the site and decided not to pursue legal claims because... (WREG.com, TN)
Should the National Education Association fund ideological causes? Feb 26, 2007
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Bill would expand lemon law to fire trucks Feb 22, 2007
45, who represents parts of Lincoln and Cumberland, would like Rhode Island's lemon law to include new or used fire apparatus owned or leased by municipalities. "I find it unfortunate that our current lemon law is leaving fire districts and municipalities with no options other than litigation to resolve issues with fire trucks and other apparatus," said Menard ... He has introduced legislation that would include in Rhode Island's lemon law all fire apparatus owned by fire districts and... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Consumers complain about home improvement the most in 2006 Feb 20, 2007
1 million in restitution to consumers from its Health Club, New Car Lemon law, Home Improvement and New Home Construction guaranty funds. Farrell advises you to get at least three bids, references, a signed and dated copy of your home-improvement contract with all the details of the job and three days to cancel. (New Britain Herald, CT)
WBRE Consumer Reporter Hosts Free Lemon Law Seminar February 21st in Wilkes Barre Feb 20, 2007
Feb. 19, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- WBRE News Consumer Reporter Jeff Chirico will host a free seminar outlining consumers' rights under the Pennsylvania Lemon Law and Federal Warranty Laws. The WBRE On Your Side Lemon Law Clinic will take place Wednesday, February 21st at 7pm at Boscov's Department Store, 15 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre ... During the seminar, Mr. Chirico will outline consumers' rights with Lemon Law Advocate Craig Thor Kimmel. (Primezone Releases)
Florida Lemon Law program surpasses $350M in consumer restitution Feb 14, 2007
Florida's Lemon Law requires auto manufacturers to make reasonable repairs to fix a motor vehicle's substantial defects. If it doesn't, it must buy back the defective vehicle and either pay a refund to the consumer or replace the vehicle. (Orlando Business Journal)
Lemon Law hits milestone (5:59 am) Feb 13, 2007
Lemon Law hits milestone. Florida's Lemon Law Arbitration Program has surpassed the $350 million mark in refunds and replacements for consumers who bought incessantly defective new vehicles, Attorney General Bill McCollum announced Monday ... Since 1989, the Lemon Law program has produced refunds or replacement vehicles for more than 13,300 consumers. (Pensacola News Journal)
Our readers speak Jan 23, 2007
If there were a lemon law for. education it would apply to No Child Left Behind. (Montana Standard, MT)
Leveling The PSC Field Jan 17, 2007
Before going there, Nowicki worked in Florida, where he was executive director of the Lemon Law Arbitration Program for the Attorney General's Office. In a press release, Crist noted Nowicki "was on the ground level of establishing Florida's Lemon Law and has also served in leadership roles in state government before heading Georgia's Lemon Law division.". (The Ledger)
Littlefield removed from Public Service Commission Jan 13, 2007
Most of his work took place in Florida, however, as he was once the division director for land sales, condominiums and mobile homes for the and was executive director of the Lemon Law Arbitration Program for the attorney general's office. Nowicki "was on the ground level of establishing Florida's Lemon Law and has also served in leadership roles in state government before heading Georgia's Lemon Law division," Crist said in a release. (Orlando Business Journal)
Crist drops two PSC nominees, adds replacements Jan 12, 2007
When Crist announced their replacements in a written statement, he shied away from criticizing the men and instead praised Nowicki, administrator for Georgia's Lemon Law Division, and Susac, a former PSC senior attorney and top policy advisor to Commissioner Katrina J. Tew. I'm trying to find the most consumer-oriented people,'' Crist told reporters the day before, when he announced he was withdrawing all of Bush's nominees who hadn't been confirmed yet by the state Senate. (The Miami Herald)
Buyers beware, there are some sick puppies out there Jan 7, 2007
Under the state s Dog Purchaser Protection Act, also known as the Puppy Lemon Law, breeders and pet shop owners who sell puppies must provide buyers with a health record or certificate, and are obligated to pay for associated veterinarian fees if the dog is found to be ill within the first 10 days ... A 2005 case in which a Bloomsburg couple sold sick dogs to 20 customers and was ordered to pay nearly 6,000 in restitution illustrates consumer rights under the Puppy Lemon Law ... More information... (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Extended warranties not worth it Jan 3, 2007
-Check for a lemon law clause that allows for replacement after a few repairs. . (AZCentral -- Business)
Schweitzer's sister-in-law takes state Justice Department job Dec 30, 2006
McGrath said Palmer will not be doing exactly the same things as her predecessor, who specialized in the state's automobile "lemon law." ... "She'll be doing the interaction with the consumers on a variety of issues, lemon law issues, advising people where they can go.". (Helena Independent Record)
Main Liners lead way to protect dogs Dec 29, 2006
"One single fact that proves this is not the case," she said, "is there were 171 individual complaints to the Pennsylvania attorney general under the 'puppy lemon law,' against one single breeder. That fact itself proves there are breeders in this state without the interests of Pennsylvania consumers or Pennsylvania dogs in mind.". The kennel in question is Puppy Love in Peach Bottom, PA. The facility operates under license as a regulated kennel. (Ardmore Main Line Life, PA)
• Better Business Bureau offers assistance before, after holiday vehicle purchases Dec 29, 2006
Consumers can obtain the 800 number for manufacturers and research lemon law provisions on the BBB website at www ... Recognizing the importance of vehicles to our lives, every state and the District of Columbia has enacted a lemon law to protect consumers when they purchase or lease a defective product ... The lemon laws establish a standard for when vehicles should be repurchased or replaced by the manufacturer. (Bartlett Express, TN)
Web pedophiles are priority for attorney general Dec 27, 2006
He pointed out that he will oversee areas such as the state's lemon law and antitrust division and promised that if he finds price gouging or other anti-competitive practices, he will make sure victims get compensation. Consumer advocacy. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
The Top 10 shows of 2006 (and 10 runners up) Dec 22, 2006
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Automakers challenge N.Y. lemon law Nov 11, 2006
Automakers challenge Spitzer's reading of state lemon law - AM New York ... Automakers challenge Spitzer's reading of state lemon law ... ALBANY, N.Y. -- Automakers are trying to squeeze Attorney General Eliot Spitzer's interpretation of the state's lemon law. (Newsday -- New York City)
Drive It Forever Oct 22, 2006
A: According to the Lemon Law in almost every state, the dealership has three tries to fix a problem before they have to buy the car back from you. Start reminding them of this -- it may motivate them to try harder. (Boston Globe)
Neil Patrick Harris On Playing A Cad Oct 10, 2006
For example, Barney has a "lemon law" that applies to first dates. If he sees something he doesn't like within the first few minutes of a blind date, he can leave: no harm, no foul. (CBS News)
Editorial: No on Proposition 87 Oct 9, 2006
And as many of us know, California needs some kind of lemon law to keep us from enacting poorly drafted ballot initiatives. So, what's so sour about Proposition 87. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Campaign Cash Mirrors a High Courts Rulings Oct 1, 2006
Mr. Adams had sued DaimlerChrysler under the state’s lemon law, and he grew angry when told that the company’s political action committee had given money to justices in the majority ... Ruling on a Lemon Law ... Mr. Adams invoked Ohio’s tough lemon law, which calls for a refund for defective cars. (Herald-Tribune)
Angry pet owners ask court to ban woman from selling dogs for life Sep 30, 2006
Florida has a Pet Lemon Law that allows consumers to demand a refund or replacement for any dog or cat found with a contagious disease within 14 days of purchase ... Examine the health certificate that is required to be presented upon sale for completeness and compliance with the Pet Lemon Law. (Herald-Tribune)
Having trouble with a new car? Aug 28, 2006
Florida has a Lemon Law to help you get a refund or a replacement vehicle if you buy a new car that turns out to be chronically defective and the dealer can't fix it ... Lemon Law information on defective cars. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Morley, Wynn in battle for judgeship Aug 21, 2006
She also mediates "Lemon Law" cases. "This is an important position, and I am humbled by the opportunity to seek it," Morley said of her bid to become judge. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Wheels are falling off Hummers Jul 21, 2006
Barksdale sued the dealer and GM in June 2004 under Delaware's Automobile Lemon Law, alleging his H2 was unreliable and unsafe. GM suggested Barksdale hit something, court documents show. (Sacramento Bee)
Lemon Law Not Helping Local Woman Jul 19, 2006
Drivers in the state of Ohio are protected by a clear Lemon Law ... Some twenty years ago, Ohio legislators passed one of the most comprehensive Lemon Laws in the nation ... After the Attorney General said Maples may have a valid Lemon Law claim, she was sent to BBB arbitration and then she was given 2 car payments as compensation. (WKRC.com, OH)
Lemon law status hidden from vehicle's owner Jul 19, 2006
So, under the lemon law he took his case to an arbitrator, who ruled in his favor ... In a letter, the dealership acknowledges having to comply under the state's lemon law and took the vehicle back. (10NBC.com, NY)
Sandler's 'Click' is only remotely amusing Jun 23, 2006
This lame vehicle -- fraught with flagging foolery, flights of flatulence and fake sentimentality -- should be tried and convicted under the literary lemon law. (Post-Gazette film critic Barry Paris can be reached at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Solving Problems: Oklahoma Lemon Law Jun 21, 2006
Many viewers have wanted to know about lemon laws and if they apply to used cars ... Oklahoma's lemon law covers new cars, not used cars ... If you think you have a lemon, get a copy of Oklahoma's lemon law by clicking here. (FOX23.com, OK)
Local military leaders, consumer advocates protect the protectors Jun 10, 2006
Ellen Turnage, an attorney specializing in lemon law, auto fraud and consumer protection, testified on behalf of her client, Navy Lt. Nathan C. Kindig. Nathan Kindig, a physician's assistant stationed at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, but currently deployed to Iraq, purchased a 2004 Dodge Dakota Oct. 8, 2003, in Washington. (Henderson Hall News -- Henderson Hall Arlington)
Lake judge retreats to Marion Jun 6, 2006
She is a certified mediator in family and civil law and serves on the Lemon Law arbitration board. Wynn, a lawyer for 24 years, sought Pope's seat in 2004 but lost. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
'Rumble' players, and audience, aim to kill May 26, 2006
He was raw, but got good laughs pondering, for example, PR advice for Nazis (``Guys, you've got to soften the image") and his lemon law for children. He got a cheer when he said, ``I don't tell jokes. I talk about the Rubik's Cube on VH1," referring to his regular gig on ``Best Week Ever. " The Untrainables, starring Nate Johnson, Sean Sullivan, Renata Tutko, and Ken Reid, are a group to watch. Each is strong, but together they have great chemistry.Around town John Lincoln, Eric Riley Moore,... (Boston Globe -- Living)
Military targeted for high-interest loans, officers say May 24, 2006
But she said she will work to extend California's lemon law protections to troublesome out-of-state vehicles purchased by members of the military who are then transferred to California bases. Currently the law requires refunds only if the poorly constructed vehicle is purchased in California. (Fresno Bee -- State)
