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Category: Auto Defense

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October 15, 2025October 15, 20252025, Alexis Jugan, Auto Defense, Consumers, Defense, Used-Car Dealerships

What Auto Dealers & Lenders Must Know About SCRA Compliance

Learn what auto dealers and finance companies must know about SCRA compliance. Avoid costly penalties for improper interest rates or repossessions with trusted legal counsel.

Graphic of article titled "California’s Cars Act (SB766) What Dealers Must Know Before October 2026” by James S. Sifers, Esq., from Madison Law
October 7, 2025January 8, 20262025, Attorney, Auto Defense, Business, Consumers, Defense, James S. Sifers, Used-Car Dealerships

California’s CARS Act (SB 766) Is Official: What Auto Dealers Must Know Before October 2026

California Legislature passed Senate Bill 766 (CARS ACT). The law goes into effect on October 1, 2026, and introduces new requirements to the auto dealer industry. Learn what dealers can do now to prepare for these changes.

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August 14, 2025January 28, 20262025, Arbitration, Attorney, Auto Defense, Business, Consumers, Defense, Jacob A. Pace, Jacob A. Pace

California Supreme Court Ruling on 30-Day Arbitration Fee Payment Deadline

The California Supreme Court’s ruling on the 30-day arbitration fee deadline allows businesses to avoid penalties for late payments under good-faith mistakes.

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April 2, 2025September 17, 20252025, Auto Defense, Finance, James S. Sifers, Uncategorized

California CARS Act (SB766): New Auto Dealer Regulations Proposed in 2025

The California CARS Act (SB766) proposes new disclosure, cancellation, and recordkeeping rules for auto dealers. Learn how it could affect the industry.

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October 25, 2024April 2, 2026Auto Defense

Statutory Maximums for Auto Repair Liens in California

Cal. Civ. Code § 3068 enumerates the caps on vehicle repair and storage that a lienholder may charge before releasing a vehicle to its legal owner.

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July 22, 2024September 17, 20252024, Auto Defense, James S. Sifers

Amendment to Consumers Legal Remedies Act Imposes New Rules on Junk Fees

California legislature passed SB-478 designed to target “Junk Fees.” SB-478 led to the amendment of the Consumers Legal Remedies Act (“CLRA”).

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