MMO Law is proud to share that its founder, Michael Ouziel, was quoted twice this week in USA Today, one of the nation’s most trusted news outlets, for his legal insight on car warranties, extended warranties, and consumer protection in the automotive space. The back-to-back features underscore Michael’s growing role as a national authority on automotive warranty law and consumer rights.
Featured in: Best Car Warranties for Used Cars in 2026
In USA Today’s in-depth guide, Best Car Warranties for Used Cars in 2026, the publication evaluated and ranked top extended warranty providers, including Olive, Mopar FlexCare, and CarEdge. The article focused on helping consumers understand when extended warranties make sense—and when they don’t.
Michael Ouziel provided critical legal context on one of the most misunderstood areas of car ownership: Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles. He explained:
“One exception is what is called a Certified Pre-Owned warranty (‘CPO’). Vehicles with CPO warranties are used vehicles that have been inspected, serviced and are backed by an additional manufacturer’s warranty and other benefits.”
This distinction is essential for consumers deciding whether to purchase third-party coverage, especially when a manufacturer-backed warranty may already provide significant protection.
Featured in: Car Manufacturer Warranty Guide: What Car Owners Need to Know
Just days earlier, USA Today published Car Manufacturer Warranty Guide: What Car Owners Need to Know, a comprehensive explainer on factory warranties versus extended warranties. Once again, Michael Ouziel was quoted for his expertise—this time highlighting the legal differences between manufacturer warranties and paid service contracts.
Mr. Ouziel told USA Today:
“A manufacturer’s warranty is the free, original coverage provided by the automaker that offers strong legal protections for defects, while an extended warranty is a paid service contract — usually with more limitations and no lemon-law protection — sold by the dealer or a third party.”
This point is central to MMO Law’s practice, which focuses on holding automakers accountable under state and federal warranty laws, including lemon law claims that do not apply to most extended warranties.
Why This Matters for Car Owners
These two national features reflect what MMO Law sees every day: consumers are often sold extended warranties without fully understanding their limitations, exclusions, or lack of lemon-law protection. Michael’s commentary helps clarify when warranties add value—and when they may provide a false sense of security.
Being quoted twice in USA Today in the same week reinforces MMO Law’s mission: educating consumers, protecting their rights, and litigating against manufacturers who fail to honor their warranty obligations.
About Michael Ouziel and MMO Law
Michael Ouziel is the founder of MMO Law, APC, a California-based consumer-protection law firm that represents clients nationwide in automotive warranty and lemon law disputes. MMO Law’s California Lemon Law team is Grateful to USA Today for the opportunity and platform to advocate for consumers..
If you believe your manufacturer has failed to honor its warranty—or you’re unsure what protections you actually have—MMO Law is here to help. Call today at 866-695-2529.
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