Friday, December 19, 2008
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Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Fight Back By Using The Lemon Laws
Do you have a car, truck, SUV, boat, computer, or any other consumer product that has had to be repaired multiple times? If you do, you might just have yourself a "lemon". Even if you bought a used car from a dealer, it shouldn't have to be repeatedly repaired and the lemon laws are there to protect you.
Lemon laws were started with just automobiles in mind and then expanded to include all sorts of other electronic consumer products. If you have had trouble with your purchase on multiple occasions, don't let your mechanic or manufacturer try to talk you out of what may be your legal rights. The lemon laws are there to protect you when you need them and all you have to do is understand them. You do have recourse even though you might think that you don't.
These laws give consumers the right to a refund or a replacement if their item cannot be satisfactorily repaired under warranty. In order to qualify for protection under a lemon law, you must have a defective consumer product that has not been able to be fixed within a reasonable amount of repair attempts. The defect cannot be a minor one that does not affect the performance of the product. It must be a major defect that prevents the item from working properly.
Each state has it's own lemon law but they are all similar in that they provide for a refund or replacement should the manufacturer be at fault. The manufacturer is generally allowed several tries to repair the problem and if the problem cannot be fixed, they will then be required to give the buyer a refund or replacement.
Lemon laws are slightly different in all fifty states so it's important to learn the laws in your state. This way you will find out what your rights are and what kind of retribution you are entitled to. If you stand up for your rights you will not only be protecting your purchase but you will also be helping out other customers who might have bought lemons from the same dealer. The lemon laws are there to protect you and to discourage the dealers from selling things that don't work. Businesses who sell lemons to consumers need to be punished, and the lemon laws are there so that they will stop doing business in that fashion. The lemon laws are there to protect you, so use them!
Monday, December 15, 2008
What Florida Lemon Law Covers
The Florida lemon law cover new and demonstrator vehicles and if they are leased, they are also covered. There is a list of vehicles that are not covered and they include trucks carrying more than 10,000 pounds, recreation vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds, vehicles purchased for resale and off road vehicles. If you are not familiar with the lemon laws, they are laws specially designed to protect those consumers who buy defective cars from car dealers and manufacturers. And in Florida, the laws are very active and they seek to deliver justice to every person who has been unfairly affected.
Therefore, if you find that your car is a lemon, you can follow the steps provided and you will achieve your desired goal. The first thing is to take your car to the repair shop and keep a record of every visit. You will eventually find that if it is indeed a lemon, there is no cure for it. Florida lemon law provides that you take the car at least 3 times. You are advised not to waste any time and the next thing you do is to notify the manufacturer through certified, registered or even express mail. The next step is to seek a solution through the arbitration programs and in the manufacturers' one, the two parties come together with a third party who will act as a mediator and take them through the dispute.
In Florida, these arbitration programs are very vital and are necessary before they can move to the next stage. The next is a state arbitration program where the New Florida Arbitration Board seats to come up with a solution to the case and if the lemon owner wins the case, they are given a refund or replacement and also, the other incurred costs are catered for. The consumer may be told to choose between a refund or replacement. Florida does not have a used car lemon law but, people with a problem can follow the same procedures and they can be helped without the need to quote from the Florida lemon law.
If you need to consult an attorney for more light on this, you can do so and, more detailed steps will be laid for you. On the internet, you can read the law and get to understand all the aspects pertaining to the Florida lemon law. You will also get to know vital information on consumer litigation and so many other topics about the lemon law. You can read this information courtesy of the Florida Attorney General's office. The Florida lemon law is a new law and it covers that vehicles I have Mentioned in the article. The things you should not forget are the documents that will support your case and they will include repair orders, warranties, purchase documents and others. It is vital that you keep them in a correct order to make the work easy. Therefore, if you live in Florida, you do not have to worry because of a lemon case because there is a solution thanks to the state lemon laws.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
A General Overview of a Lemon Law Claim
All states have automobile based lemon laws to protect individuals who have purchased defective motor vehicles. In addition, there is a Federal Lemon Law known as theMagnusson Moss Act which provides some protections to you. While the law is different in each state, many similarities can be found in the state lemon laws and the Federal Magnusson Moss Act. Typically, your auto must exhibit a defect or non-conformity that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of your vehicle. Examples of this might be engine, transmission, braking, suspension or other serious problems. The defect must first occur within some defined mileage parameter, usually 12,000 or 18,000 miles or the first year that the car is in service. The lemon laws always provide that the consumer must give the manufacturer a reasonable number of attempts to repair the problem, and the number that is considered reasonable can vary from state to state.
The number of repair attempts is usually three or four, but check your state law to be sure. If the manufacturer cannot repair your substantial defect within that number of attempts, then you have a lemon. Most states set forth that you are entitled to a refund of the purchase price or a replacement vehicle, free of charge. These laws usually provide for the recovery of all consequential damages that you may have encountered as well, such as all of the payments that you have made on the vehicle, including interest, any down payment, any repair charges, etc… The lemon laws are very much geared towards protecting the purchaser of a defective vehicle. They are extremely friendly consumer statutes.
The problem is that having a lemon and getting a manufacturer to agree that you have a lemon are two very different things. After your vehicle has been in for repairs the requisite number of times, the first step that you have to take is to advise the manufacturer, in writing, of your concerns. This usually takes the form of a letter to that manufacturer that revokes your acceptance of the vehicle. What that means is that you are attempting to rescind the contract between you and the manufacturer for the sale of the vehicle, and are making a demand for a refund or a replacement vehicle. The manufacturer will rarely agree to your demand at this point in time. The next step, which is mandated by many state lemon laws, is that you have to submit your claim to an Arbitration panel for review. Many states, and many manufacturers, use the Better Business Bureau as its Arbitration panel. These Arbitration panels are usually non-binding on you, the consumer, but are binding upon the manufacturer. In that regard, it has been my experience that the Arbitrators tend to lean towards the side of the manufacturers in these types of cases, because they know that you can go further, and the manufacturer cannot. Be very careful with the Arbitration process. If your state does not require you to go through the process, you are often better off just filing a lawsuit. After Arbitration, if the award is not in your favor, or to your liking, the next step in your lemon law claim would be to file a lawsuit against the Manufacturer in a court of competent jurisdiction. It is at this point that the Manufacturer realizes that you are serious and may begin to entertain realistic formal discussions regarding your vehicle's problems.
This may sound like a lot of work, a lot of hoops to jump through, and it really is, but the great thing about lemon laws is that they typically provide the consumer with Free legal representation. That's right, you can get an Attorney to work for you for free! The Attorney is not actually working for free, but the lemon laws usually provide that the manufacturer must pay your reasonable Attorney fees if the vehicle is found to be a lemon. Lemon Law Attorneys rarely charge any up front retainers, and may or may not charge you for out-of-pocket costs on such a claim. These Attorneys typically look to the manufacturer for their fees and reimbursement of costs. While I would not wish a lemon upon anyone, getting a free attorney to assist you is not half bad.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Sour Taste Over Lemon Laws For Non-Traditional Motor Vehicle Owners
Do you have a motor home, all-terrain vehicle, tractor, motorcycle or any other motorized transportation with less than four wheels? Did you buy it brand new only to find out it is a dud, something like a car lemon? Your rights as a consumer when it comes to the lemon law and its interpretation depends on which state you live in. Nope, it is not the state of denial, which is what you would like to live in after spending all that money, only to get a dud vehicle!
Let's look at the lemon law Florida has passed through legislature. Their lemon law only covers new vehicles bought or leased. The vehicle use must be for private or personal use and does not include any vehicles ridden off road or any vehicles less than four wheels. And the lemon law California has does not take into account the off-road vehicles and other modes of transportation other than a new vehicle with four wheels. However, motor home chassis are covered, but not the body.
If you live in Texas, however, you can enjoy one of the most liberal lemon laws in the United States. Recreational modes of transportation like three or four wheelers, motorcycles, motor homes, cars, trucks and vans are all covered as long as they are new vehicles. No used car lemons or the like are considered. Other states are a bit more liberal in their interpretation of these laws. New Hampshire is one of them as is New Mexico and North Carolina.
Other states typically cover new cars, small trucks and vans in their car lemon law. Some are conditional when it comes to recreational vehicles, motorcycles and motor homes. For instance, the state of Illinois covers recreational vehicles under their lemon law but not motorcycles. In New Jersey however, they do cover motorcycles and even motor homes. Ohio covers motorcycles as does Washington.
Depending on where you live, you will probably want to consult with one or two lemon law attorneys to interpret the law for you. Because some states just mention any motorized mode of transportation that you use for family or personal use that leaves the field wide open to speculation. What is interpreted as a motorized vehicle? Each state will probably have a different answer. Virginia, Wyoming, Oregon, Maine and Minnesota have more general interpretations than most.
You could be a retiree with a brand new motor home, ready to hit the open roads of the United States. Or you could be a farmer or rancher that used tractors and recreational vehicles like a four-wheeler for farm work. Maybe you are a motorcycle rider trying to save on gas or you ride a moped around your college town. No matter what the circumstance, brush up on the lemon laws your state has or consult with lemon law lawyers if you are having difficulties with your new mode of transportation. Remember your rights will vary depending on where you reside.
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Concerned That Your Car May Be a "Lemon"?
So you've bought a new car, fresh off the line. You're surprised when something goes wrong, but you have a car warranty and just take it to the dealer for repairs.
However, the problem occurs again, and again, and again. You realize it's time to research your local lemon laws.
First of all, lemon laws can light a fire under your service department. So don't be afraid to push your service department into action. Get information regarding your state's lemon law, and get your money back or have the problem fixed correctly.
If you paid for an extended warranty, don't be afraid to get your money's worth.
However, if your car actually qualifies as a lemon under your state's lemon law, generally you receive a replacement automobile or monetary compensation.
But how can you tell if your car qualifies?
If you think you have a lemon, a simple consultation with an attorney who specializes in the lemon law can help you determine if the problem is your mechanic or your car.
The lemon law isn't meant to be challenging. It's there to protect you, not the dealership. By all means, don't shy away from using the lemon law because it confuses you. It is there to help protect your vehicle when regular car warranties are of no use.
As long as you have documented all of your attempts, you'll be in good shape!
Both the lemon law and an extended warranty can benefit you when you have purchased a new or used vehicle that appears to have defects that cannot be remedied by repeated repairs.
If you chose to purchase an extended warranty, know your rights given to you under the warranty, and be thorough in your inquiries. Be aware that if you decided to purchase an extended warranty with your vehicle, you may not be covered by the lemon law in your state.
If you chose not to purchase the warranty, know your rights under the lemon law, and immediately contact a lemon law attorney if you feel your rights have been violated.
And if your car is determined to be a lemon, can you legally sell your lemon? Though it may not always be easy to sell your car following a lemon law battle, do not despair. As long as you disclose all pertinent facts, legally you can sell that lemon!
Honesty regarding the lemon law is always the best policy, and disclosure makes it legal. Just follow a few simple guidelines and you'll be alright.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Lemon Law Car - When Your New Car Goes Sour
Every state in the U.S. has a version of the lemon law. This law and qualification requirements are not exactly the same from from state to state, but the basic rights under the law provide you with basically the same level of protection. That is, if you purchase a car that turns out to be a "lemon," you are entitled for a refund or replacement vehicle. But you have to know your state's law to claim your lemon.
Your state probably also has some type of law that requires car manufacturers to honor car warranties under certain conditions. These laws also vary from state to state. It is up to you as the consumer to do some research to determine the laws and statutes in your particular state.
For example, the Texas law is available to consumers who buy or lease new vehicles in Texas. This law obligates manufactures to repair, replace, or refund the price of motor vehicles that prove to be defective time and time again. While the lemon law covers many different defects of a vehicle, you have to know the letter of the law to get your vehicle declared a lemon.
In California, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, or "lemon law" as it is more commonly called, benefits consumers greatly. The California law provides protection when purchasing new and used vehicles, making California consumers the most protected car buyers in the country. Offenders must offer a refund or replacement car for purchases that turn out to be "lemons" under the California law.
So if you live in California you are pretty lucky if you need to use the lemon law. However, your state may have laws that are almost as good. You should go to Google and search for "lemon law" plus your state's name to find out exactly what your state's laws are.
Winning a lemon law battle can be time consuming. However, this law is there to protect you, and it's becoming easier to win your case.
First of all you should get your state's information on lemon laws, consider all of your options, call the lemon law 800 number, and put your trust in the men and women who know what to do to get you a fair settlement. They will answer all of your questions, for example, "Who pays lemon law court fees?" Every state has lemon laws that are a little different, but by all means put your faith in the system.
Using the power of your state's law system, you will find all the answers you need. They will do the work for you and charge you little for the work. In the end, if they win the case, the person who sold you the lemon will pay your court fees anyway!
In many states, arbitration is used to solve problems when a car still under warranty turns out to be a lemon.
Lemon law provisions, like those of the California, often allow for a specific arbitration process that saves you time and money over expensive court hearings. Under the California law, there is an arbitration process that the Better Business Bureau uses that helps consumers with lemon cars.
Check into the exact lemon law requirements of your state, and before going immediately to court, it may be in your best interest to use an arbitrator.
Just be sure to get started right away by making the right contacts and keeping documentation.
An Incredibly Effective No Diet No Fasting Lemon Detox
There are basic natural lifestyle habits which, once incorporated into your daily life, can make a tremendously positive difference to your health. Drinking lemon water is certainly one of them.
No article or research needed to convince me about this one, as I have been using lemon juice in one form or another for as long as I remember. But little did I know about the amazing health benefits of drinking water-diluted lemon juice daily!
In his classic 1939 book "Back to Eden", Jethro Kloss, the father of herbalists points out:
"Lemon is a wonderful stimulant to the liver and is a dissolvent of uric acid and other poisons, liquefies the bile, and is very good in cases of malaria. Sufferers of chronic rheumatism and gout will benefit by taking lemon juice, also those who have a tendency to bleed, uterine haemorrhaging
He goes on to add: "Lemon is an antiseptic, or is an agent that prevents sepsis [the presence of pathogenic bacteria] or putrefaction [decomposition of tissue]. It is also anti-scorbutic, a term meaning a remedy which will prevent disease and assist in cleansing the system of impurities".
A lot has been said lately about the lemon detox fast, which seems to yield great benefits. The fast consists in drinking lemon juice mixed with water and either maple syrup or honey with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper, for a week or 10 days. If your health allows it, you can add to that a laxative tea at night and you're guaranteed a total cleansing effect, which must be done under the supervision of a qualified naturopath or herbalist.
Most of those who I know have tried it, managed to put up with this extreme regime for maximum 4 days. I, for one, recommend a gentler lemon detox that I have been using daily for the last 8 months. It consists of drinking the juice of half a lemon, diluted in lukewarm water, every night just before going to bed.
I have been drinking the lemon water every single night for the past eight months and the results are truly amazing. I live in a city where winters are harsh and long (Montreal, Canada) and I generally suffer from recurrent flu and cold symptoms all winter long... Not this winter!
I've also had to have my gallbladder removed and drinking the lemon juice has helped maintain my liver healthy. I no longer wake-up feeling tired and sluggish in the morning.
Lemon is not only a vitamin C rich citrus fruit and an immune system booster, it also acts as blood purifier and improves the body's ability to get rid of toxins. When taken regularly it acts as a tonic to the liver and stimulates it to fulfil its daily digestive and cleansing functions. Lemon is also believed to help dissolve gallstones.
My grandfather used to add a squeeze of lemon to his coffee and I remember thinking: How weird! Little did I know then that when lemon is mixed with coffee, it is thought to help treat malaria. It is also an effective headache remedy.
Some people drink the diluted lemon juice first thing in the morning. I used to do that too, and found it quite effective. However, a naturopath once told me that the body cleanses while at rest, so drinking the lemon water at night makes more sense, as it supports our inherent ability to detox.
For optimum health, I practice the Detox Bath daily alongside the lemon water cleanse. The Detox Bath is based on an ancestral bath technique created by Louis Kuhne of Leipzig in 1883 and is known to encourage toxin and waste elimination.
The Detox Bath's working principle is to refresh the core area of the body during 10 minutes daily or longer, depending on your initial condition, and the results you seek to achieve. This process creates a vibration in the fascia (Interconnecting tissue covering all internal organs), which sets in motion a roll-back effect that transports waste and deposited toxins back to the intestines, where they are later eliminated.
As in all natural remedies, my only recommendation is be disciplined and regular. Don't expect overnight miracles, they won't happen. However, these natural additions to your lifestyle, like drinking the lemon juice water and practicing the Detox Bath, will surely support your body's elimination capacity and enhance your health for a lifetime.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Lemon Juice Detoxifying, Dieting and Why Choose Organic Juice
Before we talk about lemon juice, let's first explore the lemon fruit.
It is such an ordinary looking fruit that is found in every kitchen but its value is seemingly undermined.
Its uses and the subsequent advantages are plentiful.
Lemon is a fruit that you are so familiar with, which is used mainly to make lemon juice, while the pulp and rind are used mainly in cooking and baking.
When ripe, the lemon has a bright yellow nose, a layer of pith underneath and a paler yellow segmented interior. Small seeds are also found within the fruit.
For those who only used lemon as a dressing for their salad or thought that its juice was too bitter a drink to relish, this is going to be quite an eye-opener.
The health benefits of lemon juice
The citric acid in lemon which quickly changes an acid condition into an alkaline one has innumerable health benefits. The calcium in lemon supplies bones, teeth and the nervous system with basic nourishment.
Lemon also contains phosphorus and one of its advantages is its ability to "digest" proteins when put on meat, poultry, fish, beans and eggs.
Drinking lemon drink daily on an empty stomach first thing in the morning assists in weight reduction and also keeps the system alkaline. Another benefit is to drink nothing but lemon extract and water all day, which will help clean out your system.
Additionally, this juice is the ideal remedy for chills and fevers, diphtheria, headaches and asthma. It also helps heal infections, coughs and colds, overcome fatigue and is also very effective as an antiseptic.
Detoxifying with lemon juice
There is no doubt that a lemon detox diet is effective both for weight loss and cleansing. The fact is that when you consume anything sour, it makes the liver and gall bladder clean out stored toxins.
When the liver is filled with toxins it interferes with its task in metabolizing fat, which is why it is so important to keep your liver in good working condition.
To follow such a diet, you use the juice of a free lemon in a cup of hot water and drink it first thing in the morning when your body is in a natural cleansing phase.
Another advantage is that lemons contain little sodium, so the fruit is good as a flavoring for those who have to watch their salt intake. Furthermore, the leftover pulp is excellent for the skin and helps to soothe the bites and stings of insects.
Lemon juice is also a great general tonic and an important therapy to be used for all cases of infection of the respiratory tract. Provided that the juice is diluted with water, there is no danger in taking any reasonable quantity.
Be sure to choose firm, clear colored lemons that have not begun to wither. The first signs of ageing can be spotted where the stem was once attached to the fruit.
Organic lemon juice
The juice from organically grown lemons definitely tastes better and is also more effective, because it is naturally grown. Organic food is grown in a different type of soil and is better because there are no chemicals used.
The health benefits include prevention of colds, flu, degenerative disorders, as they act as antioxidants that cleanse the blood. Organic lemon juice can also aid the body in preventing cancer and other diseases and build strong bones and teeth for unborn babies.
Now that you know all about the amazing advantages that lemon juice can have, in improving your overall well being, maybe it is time to include it in your daily diet, if you haven't been doing so all along.
If such an ordinary and easily available fruit like lemons can aid in ensuring a healthier life, energize you and keep your metabolism functioning at its peak, isn't it worth giving it a try?
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Lemon Laws - Protecting Consumer Rights
Lemon Laws were established in 1978 as a way to ensure consumers have a voice if their car is not repaired properly or if the vehicle they have purchased is in constant need of repairs. Lemon laws protect the rights of the individual to drive a car that is safe and in good working condition.
Before any lemon law existed, consumers were left in the dark if their vehicle didn't work properly or was always breaking down. Basically, you were at the mercy of the manufacturer or auto repair shop and had no real power to fight back. Oftentimes car owners were forced to continually pay for expensive repairs out of their own pocket - not something everyone could easily afford to do. Lemon laws, however, have changed all that.
In addition, constant repairs also meant missing work, or being forced to find other means of transportation while the car was in the shop. But lemon laws do more than just help the consumer. Lemon laws also make life easier for the manufacturer because it allows companies to learn from their mistakes, improve customer service, and have knowledge of any problems customers may be having with their cars. The lemon law can actually make the manufacturer aware of problems beforehand, in order to avoid a lawsuit.
The lemon law allows the consumer to contact the manufacturer if something is wrong with the vehicle so that the situation is remedied before things spiral out of control. The lemon law then allows the company to find out what the problem is and gives them a chance to make corrections. Once the consumer has allowed for such a resolution to occur, if the problem still isn't solved, the lemon law makes it possible to seek legal recourse.
But an automobile lemon law is not necessarily straightforward. You can claim a vehicle only if it fits under certain requirements of the automobile lemon law. For instance, a basic requirement is that the dealer and manufacturer have been given a certain amount of time to make amends. However, to ensure everything is properly documented for the automobile lemon law, make sure you keep copies of all repairs and work orders. With an automobile lemon law, it's always best to keep records. This is the only way to ensure you have the automobile lemon law working for you.
What about used cars? Is there a used car lemon law? The short answer is, "yes," there is a used car lemon law put in place to protect the purchase of a used car, which can be infinitely more complicated. Of course, used cars can run into more problems than new vehicles, which is why the used car lemon law covers different issues. Purchasing from a used car dealer is not necessarily easy for the consumer, which is why the used car lemon law is so important. The used car lemon law protects you when you need it most.
It's important to note that lemon laws can change from state to state. Laws in Texas, California, New York, and Florida may differ. Before you make any claims, do some research on the lemon laws in your state. The requirements for a claim in Texas may vary widely from those in California, New York, or Florida. The best thing you can do is become an informed consumer, and you will be protected.
What is the Lemon Law About?
If you are probably asking what is the lemon law, you will be happy to hear that it can be your best friend. We all love our cars and when we get new cars, we cannot wait to show it off to our friends because we are happy. If you have a lemon, your joy will be short lived because, the new vehicle is not what you think it is. A lemon will begin to show signs of being defective and your journeys will be soon cut short. It can be a very frustrating experience and you need something to assure you that all will be alright. Therefore you go to the repair shop and you have a bit of hope when your vehicle is up and running again.
But, it does not take even a week before you experience another problem and now the symptoms of a lemon begin to be seen clearly. A lemon is therefore a defective vehicle that has not served the owner during and after the warranty period. The thing that will surely make you relax is the lemon law. By now, you should have known that a lemon law is a legal bind or entity, to help out those people who have bought defective cars or lemons. The laws enable the lemon owner to have compensation or refund, depending on each particular case. These lemon laws are particularly found in The United States of America and they can be found in virtually every state states.
However, they are not similar and therefore they differ from state to state. Some states cover used cars while others do not. Most cover new cars or leased cars. If you go on the internet and type in 'what is the lemon law', you will certainly get so much information on the topic. Some of the things that you will learn are on how you qualify to make a lemon law claim. You will also see the steps that should be followed so as to achieve your compensation. When you see an attorney, you will get to learn what is the lemon law and this is because there are lawyers dedicated to helping people make their claims.
So many law firms have sites where they advertise their services and if you have reached a stage where you need a personal lawyer, then make sure you hire one that is reputable. There are very many aspects to the lemon law and there are so many laws that are used with the lemon law to make sure that justice has been delivered. It will be good to acquire the knowledge of the lemon laws even if you have never dealt with a lemon. Most people get confused and stressed when a lemon happens to them. You can overcome this by being prepared for anything. Therefore, get searching and know what is the lemon law. When you have the information, the next time somebody asks what is the lemon law, you can confidently give them an answer.
What Are your Lemon Law Rights?
When a car is sold to you that is not in the same condition it was advertised to be in or breaks down soon after you buy it due to a long-term problem that existed before you purchased the car, it is considered to be a lemon. Buying a car that is a lemon is unacceptable. You should not have to put up with the consequences involved with the purchase of a lemon car, such as paying for repairs or replacing it. This applies to both a new car or a used car.
What Is The Lemon Law?
The lemon law was introduced to protect everyday people from having to deal with a car that is considered a "lemon" or is faulty, through no fault of the new owner. The lemon law was designed to protect consumers and keep the car sales people honest, whether the sale is private or commercial. As a buyer, if you are told that a car is in good working order and soon after buying it, the vehicle breaks down, there is a big chance that the car was faulty before you bought it, as well as a good chance that the previous owner was already aware that the problem existed.
Every state has different rules and regulations with regard to the lemon law, but they have been set in place for the same reason and that is to protect the consumer from being taken advantage of by a dishonest seller.
Suspect Your Car Is A Lemon? Know Your Rights.
Before purchasing a car, either new or used, it is a good idea to research what your rights are with the lemon law and request a vehicle inspection from an outside company to make sure that the car is in good working order. These steps can help avoid a lemon law dispute after the purchase of a vehicle.
If you have just purchased a new or used car and suspect it is a lemon, you should first ask the private seller or car dealership where you purchased the vehicle to make the repairs, or cover the costs. Even in states with tough lemon laws, you will be required to attempt to resolve the problem with the seller first, which only makes good logical sense.
If they are not willing to repair a vehicle, even though, when they sold it to you, they gave you their word or a written document that the car was in good working order, you have rights under the lemon laws, so use them. There are two ways to exercise your lemon law rights - you can represent yourself or seek professional advice and representation from a lemon law attorney.
If you represent yourself, you must do a great deal of research and educate yourself on how the lemon laws work in your state. Representing yourself can be risky because you don't have the proper working knowledge of the legal system or may make mistakes that go in the favor of the seller.
A lemon law attorney specializes in the legalities of the lemon law in your state and how best to represent you and your dispute in a positive manner. You will also be given an insight on how the lemon laws work in your state and the legal process, all explained in simple, easy to understand terms. If you have a car that fits this description, a lemon law attorney is likely to be well worth the investment.
The Lemon Law
What is the Lemon Law
The lemon law provides protection to people who buy cars. In the event that the vehicle he or she has purchased fails to meet standards of quality and performance, the manufacturer is required to fix the defects which are stipulated in the warranty within a certain period of time or a certain mileage whichever comes first.
If after the repair the same problem still happens, this is considered to be a breach of contract with respect to the warranty and the manufacturer is required to give you a partial or full refund. You may even be given a new car.
A breach of warranty often means 4 repair attempts on the same problem or anything directly related to it within a period of six months of one year. It could also mean that the car is no longer working within a year it was purchased or within the duration of the express warranty, whichever comes first.
An express warranty may be the balance of the manufacturer's warranty, a separated limited warranty given by the dealer or an extended warranty or service contract which is added at the time you purchased the vehicle.
The lemon law varies by state and some do not include leased or used vehicles. Some provide consumer protection statutes that prohibit deceptive acts in selling used cars. This means if you are planning to buy a second hand car, the dealer must answer each question truthfully so you will know if it was a rental, salvaged or involved in a serious accident in the past.
There are steps you have to take to see if the lemon law is applicable. First, if there is a problem with the car, you have to report this to the manufacturer. When the car is released to you and the same thing still happens, you should keep track of it by keeping the repair or service receipts so you can argue your case.
In some states, there is an arbitration procedure which determines if you will get a refund or a replacement. This program is very objective and free. If you are not satisfied with the decision, you can skip that and take this matter to the courts.
If things go in your favor, you can get refund and reimbursement for other charges which you have incurred. Given the choice, you can get a replacement car instead. Just make sure you are happy with what they are going to replace it with.
But not all vehicles are protected by the lemon law. These include motorcycles with engine displacements of less than 750 cubic centimeters, trucks that have a gross weight rating of over 19,000 lbs, motor homes and vehicles that are used by a business with a fleet of more than 10 vehicles.
Given that the lemon law in each state is different, it is best to talk with your local representative to be familiar with it. If you happen to encounter this problem and the manufacturer says that you waived your rights when you signed the purchase contract, don't believe it because it is invalid and the lemon laws still applies.
So, talk to your attorney or hire one that is well aware of the lemon law. Some offer free consultations and if you happen to win the case, you don't have to shell out anything because the manufacturer will be the one to shoulder the attorney's fees.
Things to Remember for Used Car Lemon Law
As automobiles are becoming ubiquitous and indispensable today, people are hitting the road with greater ease and convenience by the use of their own cars. The car industry continues to experience boom in spite of the scary oil price hike, a sign that many would choose to cars than mass transportation system. People are also choosing to buy less expensive second hand automobiles, opting to make a good deal with this cheaper variety.
But what if the vehicle you have bought came from a shady deal? How can you protect yourself from irreparable defects of a car that you have unknowingly purchased? This is where used car lemon law comes in.
Lemon law for used cars is a protective shield that people can use in order to avoid unfair purchases and report crooks in car dealership industry. Remember that a defective car is not only a danger to itself, it is a ticking time bomb for people using it. We there cannot understate the importance of knowing how we can protect ourselves from lopsided car deals and how the law can facilitate this for us. Below are the things that we need to remember about lemon law for used cars.
One, just because it is a second hand car does not mean you have waived all the rights to demand quality vehicles. A low cost deal does not mean we should jump into a bogus deal. It is the right of everyone to buy a product that can deliver its utility the easiest, safest, and most useful way – and this applies primarily on automobiles.
The reason why we might be buying used cars is that we want to save on money, or that we want to have a car on a limited budget. This should not stop us from demanding honesty on the transaction of the deal, and the quality of the car that we are buying.
So what right do we have under the lemon law? We should bear in mind that states have different versions, but all of them have a universal tenet that all used cars within the warranty period can still be eligible for the law's protection. If you will ever encounter problems or defects in the car that you purchase, defects that trouble you a lot and have cost you money for repairs, defects that you are not aware of at the time the transaction was materialized, then you can process a claim for reimbursement and refunds.
Two, the vehicle must not be serviced for commercial use. If it does, the lemon law cannot be applied. A lot of us may wonder why, but people in the know say that commercial vehicles can earn money for repairs. Moreover, the vehicle in this case will be worn out by frequent business trips.
While for those used for personal or family use, the owners usually are not earning money when using the car. In fact because of the rising fuel prices, owners might be forced to economize its use to save on oil. Therefore, the brunt for repairs is more burdensome, troublesome, and risky for this situation.
The used car lemon law provides ordinary people a chance to assert their right against unscrupulous car dealers. When used with prudence, discernment and a sense of justice, we can put integrity back to business.
Finding the Right Lawyer to Represent You in a Lemon Law Suit
The lemon law is designed to protect people who purchased defective vehicles from manufacturers or dealers. If repeated attempts to repair the problem do not produce any positive results, you can have this settled through arbitration or through the courts.
A lot of people seek the help of the courts because they are not happy with the decision given by the arbiter. If you are not a lawyer, it is best to get one because he or she is the only one that can help you.
So how do you find a lawyer? You can get help from the office of the attorney general in your state that will be able to refer someone. You can also go online and then select the state to find a lemon lawyer that is near where you live. It wouldn't hurt to ask friends or family who may have hired someone in the past that experienced this problem.
When you are looking for an attorney, ask them some important questions and see how they are able to respond to it.
If the lawyer has years of experience under their belt, you should ask if they will be able to handle your case. This will also make it easy for you to ask the names of at least 2 previous clients.
While you are explaining your problem, pay attention to their behavior and ask yourself if you will be comfortable working with this person.
You should also know how much they will charge for their services. Consultation is usually free since you are simply interviewing them. But once you hire them, you will have to pay the legal fees which may be reimbursable if the judge rules in your favor and instructs the manufacturer to also pay for that.
One thing people forget to consider when looking for a lawyer is how fast will they be able to get in touch should you want to speak to them. Naturally, counsel is supposed to update you from time to time like when is the court date.
One thing you should have with you before walking into a lawyer's office are the documents that will be used in the case. These include the repair orders and the maintenance reports because this is needed when counsel is presenting the argument to the judge. If something is missing, request it from the manufacturer or dealer since they are the ones who tried to repair your vehicle.
If everything is in order, the lawyer will then process the paper work. This is basically drafting a civil suit against the manufacturer. Once a trial date is set, you and the opposing partner should be present. Once the judge has listened to all parties, a decision will be made. If the judge makes a ruling in your favor, you can get a refund or a replacement vehicle. If things go the other way, don't feel bad because you can still appeal the court's decision.
There are times that the lawyer you like may not be able to take your case because of their workload. When this happens, ask if they can refer you to someone else.
The lemon law cannot be interpreted by someone who does not have a legal background which is why you need a lawyer to help you out.
The Arbitration Process in the Lemon Law
The arbitration process in the lemon law is not that complicated compared to court trials. This is because a judge and a jury are not needed to decide on the matter. The individuals that will hear the case have an automotive and legal background so they know what details to look at in making a decision.
If you are the customer who wants arbitration, you need to complete the form, have copies of all the designated documents including the written request to the manufacture to get a refund or replacement, file for a request for arbitration within 1 to 2 years of the vehicle's original delivery date and pay the filing fee. Should your request for arbitration be denied, a letter will be sent to you explaining why. If it is approved, the only thing to do now is show up on the date of the hearing.
Arbitration does not need counsel but if you are not comfortable, then you can hire someone. When the hearing begins, the arbitrator will ask which category of your claim is the lemon law based.
Is it a serious safety defect that has undergone at least 2 repair attempts, is it to repair a nonconformity that has had 4 attempts or is your claim based on the fact that your vehicle has been out of service for more than 30 days?
Your claim can be based on one or more defects that have to be backed up by the documents like repair work and maintenance reports. These papers will show the exact nature of the problem, the mileage of the vehicle, the dates which the vehicle was in and out of the shop. You may also provide expert witnesses to testify in your behalf as this will bolster your claim.
Within a matter of days, the panel should already be able to come up with a judgment. If they rule in your favor, then chances are you will be given the choice whether to get a replacement vehicle or get a refund. The manufacturer can appeal this decision and you can also do the same if you are not happy.
If the appeal is denied, this is the only time that you can bring this matter to the court. You will have to get a lawyer for this so he or she can brief you on how this is done. The end result is the same because if you win, you can get your money back or another car.
Sometimes, the hearing will even happen if the manufacturer decides to contact you and makes you an offer. In fact, customers and manufacturers are encouraged rather than going through a hearing. Before you make a decision, you should see what they have to offer in writing before agreeing to anything.
Customers who decide to withdraw their claim can only do this once because you are not allowed to re-file later on the same grounds.
There are two kinds of arbitration when it comes to the lemon law. The first is the state sponsored while the second is a program set up by the manufacturer. You don't have to go through the one organized by the manufacturer if it is not certified by the state so if the state sponsored one does not produce anything good, then it is time to settle this in court.
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Thursday, November 13, 2008
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
What is Lemon Law?
The definition of Lemon Law is when a car that gives you grave problems right after you buy it. The defect must be extensive and must occur within a certain time or mileage period, usually 12,000 miles or one year. Usually People get the option of getting a refund or a replacement vehicle for a lemon, but they might have to go to arbitration or court to exercise this option.
Lemon Law refers to the statement from the government which is created to protect clients or customers from defects in automobile. An automobile that has manufacturing defect(s) or requires constant repairs after purchase and if the automobile is under the period of warranty, then the vehicle is termed as a lemon.
If any vehicle such as a car is under warranty period and is suffering from a range of faults that prevent a user to use the vehicle effectively then Lemon law act or the Magnuson Moss Act comes into force.
Lemon law can be enforced on any vehicle be it car, truck, van, SUV, motorcycle, boat or computer, etc. If any of these consumer durables is found to be defective then the consumer is entitled for either money back, replacement or a cash settlement. The law can be consulted with a Lemon law attorney as various states have different lemon laws. Some states have a lemon law for only the automobiles but some also include other consumer durables.
A dealer or manufacturer should have made number of attempts to repair the vehicle before being declared as lemon. Usually three or more attempts in row over a short period of time are required for any vehicle to be termed as lemon. Lemon law is also valid to vehicles that have been resold and are still under warranty.
To make certain whether a vehicle is a lemon or not one should study certain conditions of the vehicle before pursuing a lemon law suit. A vehicle should exhibit some serious defect or some abnormal condition. Number of attempts for repair should also be taken into account before preparing a lemon law suit. A written notice should also be issued to the manufacturer prior to a lemon law suit.
A vehicle that has been bought back by the manufacturer from the customer is known as a Lemon Buy Back. They are then often sold in auctions as used cars by the manufacturers.
The Lemon law enforced for protecting consumers from the lemon vehicles is Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. This lemon law states that any advertised guarantee should explicitly state relevant information about a warranty. This law ensures that any warranty for goods above $15 should be clearly expressed on the goods and should be clear and easy to understand. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty act enables a consumer to bring suit to any manufacturer, supplier, warrantor, or service contractor for any defective piece of good or services.
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Sunday, November 9, 2008
Know the Health Benefits of Lemon
The citrus fruits have more benefits than others. The lemon has great benefits as well as the juice of the lemon as well. Either fresh squeezed lemons or store bought lemon juice have the same type of benefits. Lemon juice is good for a source of Vitamin C. One health benefit is that lemons and lemon juice can protect your body against germs and bacteria.
Lemon is nature's priceless gift to mankind. This yellow fruit not only cures and guards the health and also fights and destroys the germs and bacteria as a warrior. Lemon's countless benefits are mentioned in age-old epics, religious scripts and even modern science and medical journals and books. Lemon is called in different names in different languages. In Hindi kanji nimbi, Sanskrit nimbus, Marati limbu, Gujrati limbu, Bengali kagdi lebu, Telugu nimma pandu, Tamil elumichchai, Malayalam chru narinkai, Persian limune thrush, English lemon, Latin citrus medica acida.
Lemons are rich in many food ingredients, particularly citric acid. Lemons are widely used in medicine due to their citric acid and Vitamin C content. They are highly valued for their juice, which is often used as an accessory food. Lemon juice increases the flavor and improves the taste of various dishes. Additionally, lemon juice poured over other fruits prevents discoloration of the flesh when exposed to air.
My lids are always a little red, but more so now that I am getting less sleep these upcoming weeks to my son's birth (I love how they prepare you for the sleep you will not be getting once they arrive.) Upon applying Lemon-Aid, it completely muted out the red and gave an even appearance to both eyes. It didn't necessarily look yellow, but obviously was pale in comparison to the red. Once I applied my eyeshadow, the yellow disappeared and just gave the appearance of an even complexion. I also found that the cream made a good base to hold my eyeshadow.
Lemon water helps clean the toxins out of our bodies. Your skin can't look healthy if your body is holding onto toxins! When you get rid of toxic waste in your system, your skin will show it first! Your skin will be the first thing YOU notice cause it looks clear and not sallow and full of acne. (Another healthy way to get rid of toxins that hold onto your fat and cause visceral fat, is by doing a health cleanse!)
lemon juice diet is safe, natural and consistently demonstrates its building and detoxification ability. Cleansing of every cell and every part in the body is desired and can be accomplished very effectively with a diet including organic freshly squeezed lemons, bringing about the best in a detoxification body cleanse with the wonderful benefit of natural healing.
The uses of lemon in the areas of skin care are immense. Lemon is a natural source of vitamin C, and exhibits bleaching properties. Oily to dry skin types benefit from the various beauty treatments containing lemon juice, lemon extracts, or lemon peel. This just goes to show how versatile the natural ingredient of lemon is, and has a wide range of applications in the realm of skin treatments. Use of lemon juice as a natural anti-tanner has been an age old cure for lightning the skin against the harmful effects of the sun.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Lemon Law
Lemon laws are made by United States state laws to help car consumers whose cars repeatedly fail to meet certain standards of quality and performance. The position of such cars is called lemons. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or federal lemon law protects every one of all states and they vary by state. Lemon law may not cover used or leased cars. The Lemon law rights managed to consumers may go beyond the warranties expressed in purchase contracts. Lemon law is just a common nickname for these laws buy every state have their own different names for such laws and acts.
In California, anything mechanical is covered by lemon laws as well as the federal lemon laws. The federal lemon law provides that the warranter may be obligated to pay attorney fees if he is involved in a lemon law suit.
Used car purchases:
If anyone purchased a used car then there are two situations where he is qualified for cash or other lemon law benefits:
Situation #1: One may be entitled to compensation for breach of warranty if he had one of the following Warranties:
a) Any warranty left from the manufacturer when you purchased your vehicle (for example, almost all vehicles sold with less than 36,000 miles will have this. But if the warranty is longer, you may have even more time).
b) The vehicle was "Certified" by the Manufacturer (in which case it came with a short Manufacturer's Warranty, typically 1 year).
c) He purchased an Extended Warranty backed by the Manufacturer (typically 5 years or longer).
Normally, these types of cases fall outside the scope of the state lemon law but are covered under special federal lemon laws.
Situation #2: When No Manufacturer's Warranty Exists. If he does not have a manufacturer's warranty of any kind he may be entitled to compensation for violations of consumer protection laws that fall outside of the lemon laws. The following is a list of some of the problems and/or issues which may be present in your vehicle. Your vehicle may be/have a:
Laundered Lemon;
Previously salvaged or wrecked;
Fraudulently rolled back odometer;
Rental car, police car, taxi, etc.;
Stolen, stripped and rebuilt; and/or
Involved in a flood.
Since Lemon Laws vary from state to state so accurate information on the scope and restrictions of Lemon Laws in a particular state can be obtained from an attorney practicing in that state.
"As is" purchases:
If a person knowingly purchase a car in "as is" condition then he accepts the defects and void his rights under the lemon law.
Other lemon laws:
Lemon laws are not limited to cars. There are RV lemon laws, boat lemon laws, motorcycle, wheelchair and computer lemon laws.
If you have a defective Motorcycle, Motor Home, used car, leased car, or a car used for business purposes and your State Lemon Law does not cover these vehicles, you still have other recourses such as the Uniform Commercial Code and the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (providing you were given a written warranty).
Thursday, November 6, 2008
California Lemon Law
Lemon laws are made by United States state laws to help car consumers whose cars repeatedly fail to meet certain standards of quality and performance. The position of such cars is called lemons. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or federal lemon law protects every one of all states and they vary by state. Lemon law may not cover used or leased cars. The Lemon law rights managed to consumers may go beyond the warranties expressed in purchase contracts. Lemon law is just a common nickname for these laws buy every state have their own different names for such laws and acts.
In California, anything mechanical is covered by lemon laws as well as the federal lemon laws. The federal lemon law provides that the warranter may be obligated to pay attorney fees if he is involved in a lemon law suit.
Used car purchases:
If anyone purchased a used car then there are two situations where he is qualified for cash or other lemon law benefits:
Situation #1: One may be entitled to compensation for breach of warranty if he had one of the following Warranties:
a) Any warranty left from the manufacturer when you purchased your vehicle (for example, almost all vehicles sold with less than 36,000 miles will have this. But if the warranty is longer, you may have even more time).
b) The vehicle was "Certified" by the Manufacturer (in which case it came with a short Manufacturer's Warranty, typically 1 year).
c) He purchased an Extended Warranty backed by the Manufacturer (typically 5 years or longer).
Normally, these types of cases fall outside the scope of the state lemon law but are covered under special federal lemon laws.
Situation #2: When No Manufacturer's Warranty Exists. If he does not have a manufacturer's warranty of any kind he may be entitled to compensation for violations of consumer protection laws that fall outside of the lemon laws. The following is a list of some of the problems and/or issues which may be present in your vehicle. Your vehicle may be/have a:
Laundered Lemon;
Previously salvaged or wrecked;
Fraudulently rolled back odometer;
Rental car, police car, taxi, etc.;
Stolen, stripped and rebuilt; and/or
Involved in a flood.
Since Lemon Laws vary from state to state so accurate information on the scope and restrictions of Lemon Laws in a particular state can be obtained from an attorney practicing in that state.
"As is" purchases:
If a person knowingly purchase a car in "as is" condition then he accepts the defects and void his rights under the lemon law.
Other lemon laws:
Lemon laws are not limited to cars. There are RV lemon laws, boat lemon laws, motorcycle, wheelchair and computer lemon laws.
If you have a defective Motorcycle, Motor Home, used car, leased car, or a car used for business purposes and your State Lemon Law does not cover these vehicles, you still have other recourses such as the Uniform Commercial Code and the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (providing you were given a written warranty).
Texas Lemon Law
Lemon laws are made by United States state laws to help car consumers whose cars repeatedly fail to meet certain standards of quality and performance. The position of such cars is called lemons. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or federal lemon law protects every one of all states and they vary by state. Lemon law may not cover used or leased cars. The Lemon law rights managed to consumers may go beyond the warranties expressed in purchase contracts. Lemon law is just a common nickname for these laws buy every state have their own different names for such laws and acts.
In Texas, anything mechanical is covered by lemon laws as well as the federal lemon laws. The federal lemon law provides that the warranter may be obligated to pay attorney fees if he is involved in a lemon law suit.
Used car purchases:
If anyone purchased a used car then there are two situations where he is qualified for cash or other lemon law benefits:
Situation #1: One may be entitled to compensation for breach of warranty if he had one of the following Warranties:
a) Any warranty left from the manufacturer when you purchased your vehicle (for example, almost all vehicles sold with less than 36,000 miles will have this. But if the warranty is longer, you may have even more time).
b) The vehicle was "Certified" by the Manufacturer (in which case it came with a short Manufacturer's Warranty, typically 1 year).
c) He purchased an Extended Warranty backed by the Manufacturer (typically 5 years or longer).
Normally, these types of cases fall outside the scope of the state lemon law but are covered under special federal lemon laws.
Situation #2: When No Manufacturer's Warranty Exists. If he does not have a manufacturer's warranty of any kind he may be entitled to compensation for violations of consumer protection laws that fall outside of the lemon laws. The following is a list of some of the problems and/or issues which may be present in your vehicle. Your vehicle may be/have a:
Laundered Lemon;
Previously salvaged or wrecked;
Fraudulently rolled back odometer;
Rental car, police car, taxi, etc.;
Stolen, stripped and rebuilt; and/or
Involved in a flood.
Since Lemon Laws vary from state to state so accurate information on the scope and restrictions of Lemon Laws in a particular state can be obtained from an attorney practicing in that state.
"As is" purchases:
If a person knowingly purchase a car in "as is" condition then he accepts the defects and void his rights under the lemon law.
Other lemon laws:
Lemon laws are not limited to cars. There are RV lemon laws, boat lemon laws, motorcycle, wheelchair and computer lemon laws.
If you have a defective Motorcycle, Motor Home, used car, leased car, or a car used for business purposes and your State Lemon Law does not cover these vehicles, you still have other recourses such as the Uniform Commercial Code and the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (providing you were given a written warranty).
Amazing Uses of Lemon Essential Oil
In aromatherapy Lemon essential oil has an amazingly wide range of uses. The lemon conjures up images of freshness and cleanliness and sunshine and lemonade.
Research by Jean Valnet, M.D., showed that vaporized Lemon essential oil can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, staphylococcus aureus in two hours and germs causing pneumonia within three hours.
Even a 0.2% solution of Lemon essential oil can kill diphtheria bacteria in 20 minutes and inactivate tuberculosis bacteria. Its antiseptic properties will last for twenty days. It is perfect for destroying air-borne germs in hospital rooms, waiting rooms, and schools. It is particularly effective in neutralizing unpleasant body odors of patients suffering from cancer.
Lemon essential oil is an essential oil with high vibrations, comparable to a high-toned whistle. Sandalwood, in comparison, hums like a bumble bee. Essential oils with high vibrations lifts spirits, especially when one may be feeling mental fatigue.
Lemon especially brings a sense of warmth and fun to intellectual pursuits. Although Lemon essential oil is beneficial for both physical and psychological heaviness, it mostly stimulates the mind, increasing concentration and the ability to memorize.
Brain research concerned with the effects of fragrances has found that Lemon essential oil primarily activates the hippocampus. University researchers in Japan found that diffusing certain aromas in an office environment dramatically improved mental accuracy and concentration.
Diffused Lemon essential oil resulted in 54 percent fewer errors. When aromas were diffused during test taking, scores increased by as much as 50 percent. In other research Lemon essential oil has shown to have antidepressant effects.
A 1995 Mie University study found that citrus fragrances boosted immunity, induced relaxation, and reduced depression. Lemon essential oil is an immune stimulant. It increases white blood cells, improves microcirculation and is antiseptic.
Lemon essential oil consists of 68 percent d-limonene, a powerful antioxidant. Lemon has an approximate ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity) of 6,619 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter. D-limonene has been extensively studied for its ability to combat tumor growth in over 50 clinical studies.
Some Great Therapeutic Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
For colds or throat and mouth infections, gargling with Lemon essential oil (2 drops diluted in half a glass of water) and taking Lemon essential oil orally by adding it to a propolis tincture is helpful.
Place a drop of Lemon essential oil on cold sores, herpes or other mouth ulcers to lessen pain and aid in healing.
For treatment of itchy eczemas and measles add Lemon essential oil to a sponge bath (1-2 drops to a quart of water)
Lemon essential oil because of its vitamin C content is beneficial for treating anemia.
Since oils strengthen vascular tissues, it is used for treating varicose veins by improving circulation and relieving pressure on the veins. It may be applied in skin lotions and compresses, mixed in a 1 to 1 ratio with Cypress essential oil.
Lemon essential oil acts as an astringent, an antiseptic, a disinfectant, and a styptic that stops wounds from bleeding. It becomes an excellent remedy when used in a compress or as a cleanser for treating bleeding wounds. Put a drop of Lemon essential oil on bleeding gums caused by gingivitis or tooth extraction.
Essential Lemon essential oil taken orally will help counteract a high acid content in body fluids by stimulating production of potassium carbonate, a neutralizing substance and is a preferred remedy for rheumatism and gout, since it cleanses the body of uric acid, a side effect of high acidity. In this case, the oil may be taken both orally and topically.
Lemon essential oil is a very good stimulant of the body's own immune system. It activates white blood cell formation and helps protect the body during flu epidemics.
Rub a drop of Lemon essential oil on a wart morning and night until it disappears. Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a corn, callous or bunion mornings and evenings. Rub two drops of Lemon essential oil topically to clear athlete's foot.
Rub several drops of Lemon essential oil on cellulite to improve circulation and help eliminate waste from the cells.
Put a drop of Lemon essential oil on oily skin or acne to balance sebaceous glands (oil glands).
CAUTION: Citrus oils should NOT be applied to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light within 24 hours.
Some Great Household Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Use 6-12 drops of Lemon essential oil in a spray bottle mixed with distilled water to use in the bathroom as an air freshener. Or you can diffuse Lemon essential oil to clean and disinfect the air in any room.
Use 1-2 drops of Lemon essential oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots or crayon.
Add 2-3 drops of Lemon essential oil to water and spray counter tops to sterilize them.
Soak your dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water and a drop of Lemon essential oil to disinfect and kill germs.
Add a drop of Lemon essential oil to your dishwasher before the wash cycle.
Rub a drop of Lemon essential oil on your hands after using a public bathroom.
Use a paper towel soaked with several drops of Lemon essential oil to sanitize bathroom fixtures and toilet seats.
Rub a drop of Lemon essential oil to clean a butcher's block or other cutting surfaces.
Put 10-15 drops of Lemon essential oil in each gallon of carpet cleaning solution to help pull out stains and brighten the rug. This also leaves a fresh smell in the room.
Use 30 drops of Lemon essential oil in the washing machine instead of chlorine bleach.
Put Lemon rinds in your garbage disposal to disinfect.
PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article is based solely on the use of 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils due to their high quality and tested purity.
The use of a brand of uncertain quality and/or purity will provide you with potentially dangerous, if not lethal, results. The author assumes no responsibility for your improper use of this information.
The statements about these oils have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.