September, 2018 | Bensley Law Offices, LLC

Lemon laws and auto fraud can combine in some cases

On behalf of Bensley Law Offices, LLC | Sep 27, 2018 | Consumer Protection

When people in Philadelphia buy a car, they could face a range of consumer protection pitfalls. While some defective cars that continue to fail repeatedly despite being sold under warranty are classified as lemons, in other cases, the transaction becomes a matter of...

FTC’s lemon law gets an update

On behalf of Bensley Law Offices, LLC | Sep 10, 2018 | Consumer Protection

The Federal Trade Commission established its Used Car Rule in 1985. It places certain requirements on used car dealers operating in Pennsylvania and the rest of the U.S. Dealers are required to put a Buyers Guide on all of the vehicles they offer for sale. The Buyers...

Beware of common hidden damage to cars

On behalf of Bensley Law Offices, LLC | Sep 4, 2018 |

Whether you are buying a new or used car, there's always the potential risk of prior damage. You will want your mechanic to thoroughly check the vehicle before a purchase. However, there are some common hidden damages you can check for right away. Paint...