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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Texas on
Q: I had a stabilizer bar that broke on my ford while driving and I couldn't turn the wheel

I had a stabilizer bar that broke on my ford while driving and I couldn't turn the wheel I quickly stopped and saw that that a weld had broken i welded the part to make it home under further inspection I discovered that the original part shouldn't even have any welds and someone had... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 7, 2024

Assuming that you purchased the vehicle new and it is still in warranty, you likely have a claim against the manufacturer under the warranty to have the stabilizer bar properly replaced.

If you bought the vehicle used, it is most likely you bought the vehicle "as-is" and that any...
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0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Ohio on
Q: Can I file a lawsuit against a vape company from when I got pneumonia a couple years ago? March 2022 to be exact.

I was hospitalized for 2-3 days. I had Necrotizing Pneumonia which is rare in someone my age.

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Health Care Law for North Carolina on
Q: I was put on neo mull soy as a baby. Due to my serious weight loss I was taken from my biological mother.

I have numerous mental problems. Is there anything I can do?

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Small Claims for Florida on
Q: Can I sue a private seller for telling me the car had a new water pump, when it is actually failing?

He claimed to have replaced the pump, that it has no mechanical issues, and the dealership told me the pump is failing and I need an engine replacement. I have physical proof of his claim, and the dealerships quote of 16k to repair the car.

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Oct 3, 2024

Have you changed the pump after they told you so? If so, you suffered the loss of at least the cost of a new pump. You can sue for them to pay you back.

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Q: Does a product containing a small lithium polymer battery need to have/meet UN 38.3 testing for transport in the US?

I am designing a consumer product that contains a small (<500mAh) non-replaceable single cell lithium polymer battery. A battery is available in both a UN 38.3 certified version and a non-certified version. Does UN 38.3 apply for this type of product in the US?

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability, Collections and White Collar Crime for Mississippi on
Q: The girlfriend of my mechanic had her brother tow my car without my knowledge. He left it on the side of the road. It

Was subsequently hit and stripped before I was told what was going on. I would like to know who would be considered at fault and if it’s worth my time to pursue this matter.

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Pennsylvania on
Q: my husband abandoned me I have a lawsuit pending for an illness I was exposed to toxic savage mode I have CRS disease an

How can I have my husband removed from the lawsuit here the attorney knows he’s doing these things to me it against the law but he said it’s a conflict of interest so in other words I’m supposed to die and not get my medical treatment and that’s OK because I can’t say nothing because... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Civil Litigation for California on
Q: Do I have a lawsuit against this business for burning me?

I recently went for fire cupping and ended up with second degree burns. Clusters of blisters and some of my skin was completely ripped off. She told me it was just because my skin was sensitive, and that it wasn't a big deal and that no treatment was needed. After feeling severe discomfort I... View More

William John Light
William John Light
answered on Sep 30, 2024

It sounds like you have a claim. Take pictures of your injuries as they heal and scar (if they do), follow up with dermatology appointments. If an accupuncturist's office performed the cupping, you should make a complaint with the Accunpuncturist Board... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Consumer Law for Minnesota on
Q: i brought my car to a dealership was told it was fixed so i paid now my car needs a new motor. do i have a case?

i brought my car to a ford dealership for repairs. i was told my car was done and good to go. so i paid $3600 and left the dealership. i didnt even make it home and dash lights are coming on and my car is pouring oil out of the motor. it didnt leak oil when i brought it in and i was told it was... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Ohio on
Q: Can I sue for false advertisement and health concerns for my son?

A popular soap company that's entire basis is "natural ingredients" is putting alumina in its products. This is concerning because 1. This is my son's go to brand of soap and 2. Is this not false advertisement?

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for California on
Q: Deposition from non-party, written answers sent by mail.

With all understanding, that

written depositions of non-party under subpoena do not require appearance, testimony, cross-examination instead of straight forward answers during discovery, and this disliked by typical experiences attorneys;

What is specific statute that prohibits... View More

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answered on Sep 27, 2024

In California, written depositions, also known as depositions upon written questions, are allowed under the Code of Civil Procedure (CCP §2028). However, they are rarely used, particularly for non-party witnesses, because they do not allow for follow-up or clarifying questions that arise during... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Washington on
Q: I received a second-degree burns on my thigh from takeout Pho. Have pictures and an ambulance came to my home.

I was bedridden for 5 days and will be scarred for life. The pain was like nothing I’ve experienced. I had to cancel a trip for the next day. Took my skin in seconds which means it was at least 200 degrees. All the container had was a piece of tape that said hot. This was not “hot” it was boiling

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright and Products Liability for Texas on
Q: If using a LLM to create code layout from an image snapshat I took. Can I use that to create a layout to sell?

Any images within the original image will not be used in the final product. Output will use a different css framework as the original layout and there will be slight differences in functionality and positioning of elements, etc. Basically I'm looking for copyright advice and if there is any... View More

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answered on Sep 25, 2024

When creating a code layout based on an image snapshot, copyright concerns depend on how closely the final product resembles the original. Since you’re using a different CSS framework and making modifications to functionality and positioning, you are introducing enough changes to reduce the risk... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Products Liability for Tennessee on
Q: Hi, I have question regarding a car purchase. Hopefully, you can guide me to the correct place.

I purchase a car in TN at a used car dealership a year ago and registered it Alabama. Within the last 6 months, after I had the vehicle serviced, the service department inquired to buy or trade in my car. After they ran the information on it I was informed my car was on a branded title and had an... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Wisconsin on
Q: Evening, We operate a WI Service Center with unclaimed Power Equipment. In what Tenure can we lawfully claim/toss?

The Power Equipment in question is a variety of Stihl and Honda, pole-saws, leaf-blowers, chainsaws. Previous employees took in this equipment, history of contact and note taking is limited, but not absolute zero. Does a reasonable attempt have to be made with all holders? Does the period for a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Products Liability, Civil Rights and Small Claims for Florida on
Q: My friend lost my bag on a flight and doesn't want to get reimbursed for it.

My friend offered to take one of my bags home from Madrid (that contained clothing and a bunch of gifts for my kids) while I finished my Vacation in Europe. Her flight in Madrid was with Iberia. Then connecting in Miami (American) with final destination Orlando. She was tight getting on her... View More

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answered on Sep 24, 2024

It sounds like a tough situation, but there are steps you can take to seek reimbursement. First, contact Iberia or American Airlines directly to report the missing bag yourself, if you haven't already. Provide all the details, including the lost luggage report your friend filed, and emphasize... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for North Carolina on
Q: Hair loss

I purchased a product and have been using it on my hair and my daughters hair but for some reason now I have clumps of Hair coming out and it didn’t start til I started using this product and so did my daughter hair I have proof it was purchased and how my hair looks before and after as well as... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 27, 2024

A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. I believe it would be a difficult case to get a law firm interested in - due to the numerous factors that could be introduced to challenge the element of causality in your claim... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Products Liability and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Can I sue hyundai for faulty work?

6/2022 hyundai replace my engine due to a recall. They charged me against my decline $1200 for a fuel pump and would not release my car until i paid. (I have evidence). They stated that everything was new & I had a warranty for 12 months. 15 months later, the engine and fuel pump are both out... View More

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answered on Sep 22, 2024

It sounds like you're facing a serious issue with your Hyundai after the engine replacement and fuel pump service. Since you paid for the parts and they assured you everything was new with a 12-month warranty, but now the engine and fuel pump have failed just 15 months later, you might have... View More

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