Legal Question in Consumer Law in California

does an 'as is' purchase from a private party have any recourse if the sellor knowingly hides faults and defects in the merchandise from the purchaser?


Asked on 12/30/09, 6:42 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Herb Fox Law Office of Herb Fox

No, provided that you can prove a) that the seller knew of the problem; b) that it was not disclosed; and c) that it was not apparent to you from a visual inspection

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Answered on 1/04/10, 9:51 pm
Melvin C. Belli The Belli Law Firm

I agree with Herb, if you can prove those three things its basically called fraud.

Good luck and hope that helps.

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Answered on 1/06/10, 2:29 pm


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