Lemon Law

You bought a new car and it seemed perfect — until it wasn't. If your vehicle has a recurring defect that the dealer or manufacturer can't fix after a reasonable number of repair attempts, you may have a "lemon" — and Arkansas law gives you rights. The Arkansas Lemon Law protects consumers who purchase or lease new vehicles that turn out to have substantial defects affecting their use, safety, or value.

Under the Arkansas Lemon Law, if your vehicle has been in the shop for the same problem multiple times — typically three or more times — or has been out of service for 30 or more days due to repairs, you may have the right to a refund or replacement vehicle. These cases are time-sensitive, and auto manufacturers are experienced at delaying and denying claims. Having an attorney in your corner makes a real difference.



At Corey D. McGaha, PLLC, we help Arkansas consumers navigate the Lemon Law process from start to finish. We review your repair records, communicate with the manufacturer, and fight to get you the refund or replacement you deserve. If you think you have a lemon, don't wait — contact us today for a free consultation.

Odometer Fraud

When you buy a used car, you're relying on the odometer to tell you the truth about how much that vehicle has been driven.

Unfortunately, odometer fraud is more common than most people realize. Sellers — whether dealers or private parties — sometimes roll back or tamper with odometers to make a high-mileage vehicle seem newer and more valuable than it actually is.



Federal law under the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act, as well as Arkansas state law, makes odometer tampering and false odometer disclosure illegal. If you bought a vehicle and later discovered the mileage was misrepresented, you may have a legal claim for damages — including the difference in value between what you paid and what the car was actually worth, plus potentially more damages.

The attorneys at Corey D. McGaha, PLLC have experience identifying and pursuing odometer fraud cases. Signs of odometer fraud can include worn pedals or seat upholstery that don't match the listed mileage, service records showing higher mileage, or a title history that reveals discrepancies. If something doesn't add up about the mileage on your vehicle, call us — we can help you find out the truth and hold the responsible party accountable.

Title Issues

A clean title is the foundation of any vehicle purchase. When dealers or sellers misrepresent a vehicle's title status — hiding that it has been branded as salvage, rebuilt, flood-damaged, or that there is an undisclosed lien on it — consumers are left holding the bag. Title fraud can cost you thousands of dollars, leave you unable to register or insure the vehicle, and sometimes result in the car being repossessed by a lienholder you didn't even know existed.

Common title problems we see include: vehicles sold with a salvage or rebuilt title revealed as clean; cars sold with outstanding loans or liens the dealer did not pay off; vehicles with a history of flood or hail damage that was never revealed; and titles that were "washed" through multiple states to erase a branded title. In each situation, the seller may have violated Arkansas consumer protection law or federal disclosure requirements.

If you bought a vehicle and later discovered a problem with the title that wasn't revealed to you, Corey D. McGaha, PLLC can help. We will review your title documents, purchase agreement, and vehicle history to determine whether you have a claim — and if so, pursue the compensation you deserve. Don't let a dishonest dealer leave you stuck with a car you can't legally drive or sell.

Frame Damage Cases

Frame or structural damage is one of the most serious — and most commonly hidden — defects in used vehicles. A car with a bent, cracked, or repaired frame may look normal on the outside, but it has been compromised in ways that affect safety, handling, and long-term value. When dealers fail to disclose known frame damage, they are putting consumers in danger and breaking the law.

Arkansas law requires dealers to reveal material facts about a vehicle's condition, and frame damage is about as material as it gets. A vehicle with past frame damage is worth significantly less than an undamaged vehicle of the same make and model — often thousands of dollars less. Beyond the financial harm, driving a vehicle with undisclosed structural damage creates a real safety risk for you and your family.



If you bought a vehicle and later learned it had prior frame or structural damage that wasn't revealed at the time of sale, you may have a claim for fraud, misrepresentation, or violation of Arkansas consumer protection statutes. At Corey D. McGaha, PLLC, we take these cases seriously. Contact us to discuss your situation — we'll help you understand your options and fight to make things right.

Wrongful repossessions

Losing your vehicle to repossession is one of the most stressful events a consumer can face — when the repossession wasn't legally justified. A wrongful repossession occurs when a creditor or repossession agent takes your vehicle without the legal right to do so. This can happen when you were not actually in default, when the creditor did not follow proper notice requirements, or when the repossession was carried out in a way that violated the law — such as by breaching the peace.

Under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and federal law, creditors and repossession companies must follow strict rules when reclaiming a vehicle. They cannot break into a locked garage, use threats or physical force, or take the vehicle over your clear objection. They must also provide proper notice before and after repossession and must handle the sale of your vehicle in a commercially reasonable manner. Violations of these rules can entitle you to damages — sometimes including the return of the vehicle, recovery of any surplus, and money damages for the violation itself.



At Corey D. McGaha, PLLC, we represent consumers who have been the victims of wrongful repossession. Whether the repo was unjustified or the creditor did not follow the rules, we will investigate your situation and pursue every remedy for you. If your vehicle was taken and something about it felt wrong, call us — your rights may have been violated.

Need Help with A Class Action?

We can help. When one bad actor harms thousands of consumers the same way, a class action lawsuit can be the most powerful tool available. Corey D. McGaha, PLLC handles both individual disputes and consumer class action litigation, giving consumers access to remedies they couldn’t pursue alone.

Our Process

Getting help with a car fraud or wrongful repossession case is easier than you might think. Here's how the process works:

Time limits apply to car fraud and repossession claims, so don't wait. Contact Corey D. McGaha, PLLC today to get started.

Our Process

Getting help with a car fraud or wrongful repossession case is easier than you might think. Here's how the process works:

Time limits apply to car fraud and repossession claims, so don't wait. Contact Corey D. McGaha, PLLC today to get started.

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