Most Americans are at least familiar with the idea of "lemon laws for cars." They know that they may have to return to the dealer to have work done four or more times, but eventually they can win a replacement or refund for their defective vehicle. Unfortunately, these laws do not necessarily apply to used cars, vehicles purchased from individual sellers and "as is" sales. However, with attorney advice, many consumers can pursue litigation until they feel adequately reimbursed. In fact, some states even have lemon laws concerning puppies and appliances, and devices that ease the strains and stresses of daily activities around the home.

Additionally, lemon laws for appliances apply in many states. So if you have purchased a stove, dishwasher, dryer or laundry machine and you are still under warranty, the manufacturer is required to send a repairman at their expense. By MN, OH or CA lemon law, for instance, you can receive a refund or replacement item if your appliance can't be repaired within several attempts. As with any lemon law case, you will have a stronger argument if you've held onto your original warranty, receipts and kept detailed records of repairs.

It's becoming more widespread to include disability devices like motorized scooters in lemon laws for disabled people. While only three states (California, Florida and Wisconsin) explicitly name these products in their consumer protection laws, other states (Illinois, Nevada, Washington, Hawaii, Oregon and Minnesota) are interested in doing the same. In Wisconsin, a 1992 "Wheelchair Lemon Law" says that a wheelchair or scooter that has been unsuccessfully repaired four or more times (or has been out of service for 30 cumulative days) is covered by law, entitling buyers to a comparable replacement or refund. California protects consumers using similar standards in the "Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act."

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