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I am considering forming a startup based on the design of a new lightweight automobile wheel. The business model is to patent the wheel design and sell licenses to wheel manufacturers and collect royalties from it. If there ends up being a design flaw in the wheel and it results in a wheel failure... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2023
The injured party would sue both the seller and the manufacturer/designer. The designer would ultimately be liable to the seller and the manufacturer (if different from the designer), for damages they pay out to the injured party. Basically, if all defendants in the case are insured, the... View More
I was waiting for information from my town before I filed a claim. The town said I filed too late. How can I request approval for late filing?
answered on Oct 3, 2023
If you haven't filed the Tort Claims Notice within 90 days, your only choice is to file a Motion for Leave to file a Late Tort Claims Notice in the Superior Court. These are only granted by the Court sparingly for exceptional circumstances. I suggest that you speak with an attorney about this.
Multiple promises in writing, asked Corp multiple times for transcripts, recordings & notes for all interactions with representatives that I supposedly had access to as customer, I have large amount of those interactions & asking to compare in order to solve who is at fault to no avail...... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2023
That sounds like a potential breach of contract action on each refund. Possible class action. But it sounds like you have no evidence. Consult with an attorney. But be advised it may not be a TN jurisdictional matter.
Can i sue a company if they have on their social media pages saying that the product gives no ___ and then on the website and other places, it says reduced ___? On their posts and everything it says without the ____
answered on Oct 5, 2023
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It sounds like you're raising the issue of misrepresentation. In answering your question about suing, it's possible you could, but an issue that will arise is the extent of damages you may have suffered. Good luck
Or the question do you keep your garage locked?
answered on Sep 9, 2023
It doesn’t sound intimidating.
In a deposition, you should answer all questions as truthfully and briefly as possible. In many instances, a person not trained in law may not understand the relevance of a particular question or why it may lead to the discovery of admissible evidence.... View More
If, in a federal civil action, a case is reassigned from a magistrate judge to a district judge and all hearing dates are vacated with the order that "motions must be renoticed for hearing before the judge to whom the case has been reassigned," does that mean the previously submitted... View More
answered on Sep 9, 2023
Generally, reassignment of a case does not mean it starts all over again. That goes for motions which were filed and presumably decided already. The rulings are considered the law of the case. Essentially, the new judge picks up where the former judge left off.
After visiting a dermatologist, I found out the person listed as an Educator was an Unlicensed stylist.
answered on Sep 8, 2023
Sorry to hear what happened to you. If the educator was the individual who applied (or misapplied) the hair product in question, you would arguably sue that person along with his or her employer (assuming the educator was acting within the scope of employment). In the meantime, take photographs... View More
I was recruited to be part of a drug trial of Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug donanenab.
One of the main risk is brain swelling.
I was given 4 doses over a period of 8 week and I had no problems or signs of side effects. I was given the fifth dose and 8 hours latter I had a... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2023
If there is a valid claim, which depends heavily on the documents you signed to participate in the trial, you almost certainly have legal standing to bring it.
answered on Aug 30, 2023
Maybe if you can show that you timely and properly notified your electric company of your child’s medical necessity and timely paid your electric bill, and if there was not any emergency that required your electric company to temporarily shut off power to your home.
I’d like to start my own business selling dog bandanas with a scrunchie back rather than a knot, which I saw the idea from company Hunnypotpup. I also wanted to make matching scrunchies with it, which that idea comes from the Foggy dog. I believe they are both trademarked. Is it legal to use both... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2023
Here are some general points to consider based on your description:
Trademark vs. Copyright vs. Patent:
Trademark protects brand names, logos, and other brand identifiers from being used by others. It doesn't protect the idea or concept itself.
Copyright protects... View More
Is the local cookie company libel? If no clear indication that cookie includes nuts or has been made with nut flour?
answered on Aug 31, 2023
A Utah attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I hope your son is okay. Only a local attorney could advise on state-specific requirements for labeling - one option is to try to arrange a free initial consult with a local attorney, with the applicable packaging. Good... View More
I have the receipt, I took pictures of the barcode, etc. I also took the pictures of the bugs and what looked like holes within the black-eye peas.
answered on Aug 25, 2023
If you are contemplating using an attorney, they would advise. If you are interested in handling the claim yourself, there are resources online. If you consult with an attorney, one of the first questions raised will be the extent of damages you suffered. I hope you're okay, but unless there... View More
Check my phone and address to see if am white listed/ black or if they hack my phone theres a clown/ bozo that's a 300 boys" from the sheriff's that won't leave me alone along with his friends so called business partners I have life insurance in my name I never purchased and... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2023
Hi Erick, you probably shouldn't put private information online like your name, address and phone number. Consider deleting your question as soon as possible. As for your concerns... do you have a case worker? I know some gov't agencies have case workers. Maybe you can set up an appt. to... View More
For purposes of federal rule 26(a), or any other rule, can a defendant in a federal civil suit -- who has voluntarily entered said civil suit -- limit his personal address disclosure to Plaintiff and to the Court to a post office box as opposed to residential street address if the location of his... View More
answered on Aug 19, 2023
A defendant in a federal civil suit can request to limit personal address disclosure to a post office box, especially if the location of their residence isn't relevant to the lawsuit. This request should align with privacy concerns while still complying with the rules of civil procedure.... View More
I recently bought a stair lift from a vendor who came recommended by a friend. This was for my 87 year old dad who is 5'4". I paid $4000. The vendor asked me for pictures of the location. So, I sent him a picture of the stairway which has a door at the bottom. He mentioned that the stair... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2023
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. A starting point could be to review the terms of the agreement or consult with an attorney to review them with you. Good luck
Claim has been going on for over a year, attorney says he is waiting to receive a email to go and visit them in person, I'm on my last bit of savings.
answered on Aug 11, 2023
Generally, it is very difficult to "speed up" a case. Your attorney isn't in charge of when your medical care is over. Your attorney isn't in charge of when, if ever, the defendant or an insurance company makes a settlement offer on your case. Your attorney can file a... View More
My proof is legally obtained audio in the state of Rhode Island. However, due to state statutes, I had no legal case.
answered on Aug 21, 2023
A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to speak with an attorney who is knowledgeable about legal issues for authors, in general, there is no controlling whether subjects named in a book would sue. Such lawsuits could be... View More
Got into an accident in my truck.
Insurance paid for a rental car.
I went to Mexico in the enterprise rental car.
Got into an accident.
Enterprise had the vehicle transported to El Paso, Texas.
Enterprise tried to bill my insurance company, they denied the... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2023
Among other issues, what may be relevant is why your insurance company denied the claim.
I’ve had to replace my transmission now 2 different times in 10 months of owning my 2018 Ford Expedition. My first replacement was $5,200 and then 1 1/2 months later the transmission went out and now they are working on it again
answered on Jul 24, 2023
Yes, you can sue a dealership if you have had to replace your transmission 2 times within a year. Whether you will be successful depends on the facts and your presentation. You don't mention anything about any written agreements.
Allowing an attorney to evaluate, organize and draft... View More
i owe to CarleBromenn hospital 28000, i had not insurance on those days (i get into emergency room due to a kidney stone), my insurance were activated like a week after that and i have no way to pay 28000, thanks
answered on Jul 17, 2023
You might look into filing a bankruptcy, depending on your financial situation.
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