Auto Lemon -Can Your State's Lemon Law Help You?

Buying a car is not like buying a radio; you cannot return it to the store for a refund if you do not like it, or if it has a manufacturing defect. In fact, for many years, if you purchased an automobile that came from the factory with defects, you were just stuck. You could try to get the dealer to repair the problem, but if the problem continued and the dealer could not repair it, you were out of luck.

In 1982, the luck of owners of so-called lemons changed for the better, as California and Connecticut passed the nations first lemon laws.

These laws, spawned by consumers who had waged tireless battles against major auto companies, allowed owners of defective automobiles to seek compensation or replacement with the help of their respective states. These laws swept like wildfire throughout the country, and now all 50 states have some form of the lemon law.

The specifics of the lemon laws will vary from state to state, but in general, they define a lemon as a vehicle that:

Has a nonconformity that affects the safety, use, or value of the vehicle, and

The nonconformity has not been successfully repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, and/or

The vehicle has been out of service for a total of a certain number of days for repair of the nonconformity.

The length of the warranty period also varies; coverage typically runs anywhere from one year or 12,000 miles to two years or 24,000 miles. As previously stated, the specifics vary from state to state, particularly the number of repair attempts that constitute reasonable and the number of days that the vehicle must be out of service in order to qualify. In some states, repairs that affect the brakes or other safety equipment need only one repair attempt to qualify as reasonable.

Restitution is fairly consistent from state to state; it usually requires the manufacturer to either replace the vehicle with one of comparable value, or refund the purchase price, along with taxes, registration and delivery fees. Some states leave the option of replacement or refund to the manufacturer, but most give the option to the consumer.

What should you do if you think you have a lemon? You should:

Make sure that you document everything relating to repairs of the vehicle, including when and where it was repaired, who signed the work order and what work was done.

You should contact the manufacturer in writing, alerting them to the nature of the problem.

You should consult with your states Attorney Generals office to learn how your states law affects you directly.

You may have to go through an arbitration process; this involves both you and a representative of the manufacturer explaining your respective situations to a panel that will then provide a ruling. The arbitration ruling is usually binding on the manufacturer; they will have no recourse should the panel rule in your favor. Generally, if you dont agree with the panels ruling, you still have the option of filing a lawsuit in court.

You may wish to hire an attorney to represent you; there are plenty of lawyers who specialize in lemon law cases, and they can probably bring the case to a solution more quickly than if you handle the case yourself. Be sure to contact your states Attorney Generals office regarding the specifics of your own states lemon law. You dont want to miss a deadline, or you could be stuck with your lemon for a long time.

Copyright 2005 by Retro Marketing. Charles Essmeier is the owner of Retro Marketing, a firm devoted to informational Websites, including http://www.LemonLawHelp.net/

Hidden Sex Organs - The Tailbone

Most mammals, when mating, show an interest in the tail bone. For example - if you have one - try patting your cat just above the tail. We humans may have lost our tail, but we still have our tail bone. And that can bring a new dimension to your sex life.

In simple terms, your tail bone area is packed with hormone receptors and erotic pressure points. Working with it is a great way to spice up your sex life; not to mention a simple thing called lust.

Gentle, subtle stimulation

The trick is to very gently and subtly stimulate this unknown triangle of love. They work for both men and women and it provides very intens sexual responses.

You do not need any toys for that. Your fingernails will do just fine. Try "scratching" the skin whilst just barely touching the skin in small circular patterns or from top to bottom and back. Go slow and be as gentle as yo can. The more subtle, the better.

In case you do like to grab an erotic toy, go for a feather or a specific tickler (erotic boutiques and online erotic shops have hundreds of them). A piece of fur will also do the trick. I cannot stress this enough - go for a gentle "teasing" approach. And don't give up - the longer the better. You'll soon have your partner squirming and "wiggling his or her tail".

And if you want to be a little kinky, why not try using an ice cube. By all means: have fun.

Hans Meijer, a Dutch former journalist and government spokesmen, is the chairman for the Powerotics Foundation. This organisation is dedicated to provide quality information about alternative lifestyles.

Preventing Animal Abuse and Neglect - 3 Things That Work

Many of us feel overwhelmed by animal abuse, neglect and over population. The following methods have been helpful in the welfare of animals.

1.Leash Laws

Creating and enforcing leash laws is one of the easiest ways a city or township can begin reducing the number of unwanted animals. Many cities may have a leash law for dogs, but not one for cats, ferrets or domestic rabbits. In order to be successful, the leash law must be comprehensive and apply to all animals; dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits etc. There needs to be a stiff penalty for people who ignore the law. Having a leash law creates several benefits; its easy for animal rescue workers to determine which animals are strays, it prevents unplanned breeding, it keeps pets from roaming so they are not likely to be hit by cars, it prevents dogs from fighting, it reduces the number of cats killed by prey dogs or dog packs, it reduces the spread of disease such as Feline Aides and Leukemia, it helps keep public opinion favorable.

2. Humane Education

Humane Education is when caring individuals or groups talk to school age children and teenagers about animals and animal care. The ASPCA website has great information about how teachers can incorporate humane education into a classroom lesson. Ideally, humane education should start in early childhood and continue through adolescences. The Humane Association of Michigan website has information about their very active outreach program. If you dont have a humane education program, consider starting one at your childrens school. It takes very little time and can be great fun.

3. Zoning Laws

When cities and counties establish zoning laws that regulate how many animals a single person or household can have, it helps prevent overpopulation. Many cities have a rule that a person can only have 4 to 5 pets in a single family home. Condominium associations typically allow up to 2 pets. Since many dogs and cat produce litters of 6-8 offspring, the homeowner is violating zoning law by allowing their animal(s) to breed. Zoning laws help reduce the number of people who breed animals for profit.

Kate Garvey is the founder and director of http://www.PetCareRCA.com which provides free pet care and animal welfare tips. She is also a freelance writer http://www.kategarvey.net and the author of several non-fiction books. Areas of expertise include real estate, business, web content, newsletters, womens issues and self- esteem.

Make Up Rules For Women 40 Years Plus

As we enter mid-life, make up is an important part of our beauty and grooming regime. However, several make up rules for women 40 yrs plus are vital if we are to successfully take years off our age and appear brighter and smarter.

1.Ignore much of the beauty features and articles in the media for women in their early twenties and thirties. Generally, fewer tricks that work on younger skin will often have the adverse effect on skin that is older. For example, heavy colouring will more than likely look over done and using white pencils will show.

2.It doesnt matter how clever you are in applying your make-up, it will not look its best unless you go through the important steps of priming your skin underneath. Cleansing and moisturizing prepares the skin as an artist prepares his paper before adding the paint.

3.Avoid the use of heavy matte make-up. These products cake in and around lines and accentuate signs of aging. If your skin tends to shine, there are many foundations etc that promote shine-free.

4.Avoid using liquid eyeliners as they cake on the less firmer skin. Instead use smokey kohl pencil to line upper lid and blend into the delicate skin.

5.Always remember the saying Less Is More. You want your make-up to enhance your natural beauty to look pretty, but also natural. Too much makeup adds years instantly

6.It is important to always remove your make-up. Make-up left on while you sleep is very damaging and aging for the skin. Remove eye make up carefully without pulling the skin, and a moisturizing cleanser is best for women 40 yrs plus.

7.Finally, after removing your make-up, follow up with a good moisturizer and eye cream. Maintain softness and suppleness of the skin with products that you enjoy and that work for you.

The above make up rules for women 40 yrs plus will enhance your natural beauty and assist in continuing to having you look years younger.

Danette Hibberd,
Wellness Coach -
Total wellness for women 40 yrs plus encompassing all anti-ageing aspects in beauty, nutrition, emotional and physical areas through inspiration, motivation and education.
http://www.fabat40.com