Legal Question in Legal Ethics in Florida

I took my car to a mechanic to check to find out what's wrong with it ; he told me it was the timing belt and a few days later he said he don't know what's wrong with it; I told him I'll pick my car up ; he said that I need to pay him $411 for checking the car; What should I do at this point? I think I should call the police


Asked on 4/08/10, 5:10 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Labovitz Labovitz Law Firm, P.A.

You should check out the Florida Motor Vehicle Repair Act. Under the Act:

If the repair work will cost more than $100, the repair shop must give you the option of:

Requesting a written estimate;

Being notified by the shop if the repair exceeds an amount you specify; or

Not requiring a written estimate at all.

*Consumers must sign and date one of the above options. Motor Vehicle Repair shops cannot force you to waive your right to an estimate.

If you think the shop violated the act, you can call the Division of Consumer Services at 1-800-HELP-FLA (1-800-435-7352).

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Answered on 4/14/10, 5:08 am


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