What is a mortgage servicer? A mortgage servicer is a company that manages your mortgage.  The mortgage servicer can be the mortgage holder—the bank or investor that actually loaned you the money for your mortgage, or one of the federalREAD MORE

The California Supreme Court on October 31, 2024 issued its ruling in Rodriguez v. FCA US, LLC.  This decision severely limits the types of cases, and cars, that are covered by California’s lemon law, the Song-Beverly Act.  The Rodriguez decisionREAD MORE

California lawmakers have made changes to the California lemon law which affect consumers of both new and used cars, boats, RV’s, motorcycles and other major purchases covered by warranties. Several of the changes affect how the lawyers you hire willREAD MORE

Identity theft is a growing concern in our digital age, impacting millions of individuals and businesses each year. This crime involves someone stealing your personal information for their financial gain, which can lead to devastating consequences such as damaged creditREAD MORE

Buying a new vehicle can be an exciting experience, but what if you notice problems soon after driving off the lot? Your car might have mechanical issues, manufacturing defects, or worse, undisclosed damages. If you think the car is aREAD MORE

When it comes to purchasing a new vehicle, everyone expects reliability, safety, and performance. Unfortunately, not all car brands deliver on these expectations, leading some vehicles to be labeled as “lemons.” Under lemon laws, consumers are protected from repeatedly defectiveREAD MORE

Owning a home is a pivotal moment in many people’s lives, and a key step towards financial independence. Research by Zillow showed that 74% of homeowners with a fixed-rate mortgage experience stable monthly housing costs, while a study by theREAD MORE

So, you bought a used car that’s in excellent condition. The dealer said that it was clean and that it has never been in an accident, but how can you be sure? Before you drive your car off the lot,READ MORE

Purchasing a car is a major financial decision, one that often involves securing a loan to cover the cost. However, if a car dealer has lied on your loan application—whether by claiming a higher income or misrepresenting a better creditREAD MORE

—a rising problem at car dealerships, especially for seniors. A spreading problem at car dealers occurs when the dealership fills out the finance application and misrepresents the monthly income of the car buyer.  Dealers do this to make car sales—aREAD MORE