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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Civil Rights for California on
Q: What can I do if my ex throws me out doesn’t give me all my things and they sell it
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answered on Jan 26, 2025

If your ex has thrown you out, refused to return your belongings, and sold your items, you have legal options to address the situation. First, document everything. Make a detailed list of the items they kept or sold, any communication between you about the belongings, and any witnesses who can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Products Liability for California on
Q: I had an eye exam and then ordered glasses. I couldn't see out of them & told her immediately. What recourse do I have?

She told me to try them for a while to adjust. That didn't work. Then she kept stringing me along for 8 months. She took them back finally and then said that the lab made an error. Then said that the lab didn't make an error. At that point I went to another doctor and had an exam and had... View More

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answered on Jan 22, 2025

You have multiple valid grounds for seeking a refund, given the concerning pattern of behavior and substandard care you've received. The mobile locations without proper equipment, incorrect medical claims about glaucoma, and failure to properly address your vision issues all point to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Florida on
Q: If I make an svg file from a photo on the internet, is the product I make under the copy-write of the photographer?

SVG files are used to make products with cnc, laser, and other cutting machines.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 28, 2025

An attorney who deals with intellectual property matters could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. You could repost under "Copyright." Attorneys there would be knowledgeable in such matters, and you'd have better chances of a response. The "Product... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Copyright, Products Liability and Patents (Intellectual Property) for Kansas on
Q: I've created a website, and need somebody legal-wise to look over all the policies.

Hello! I am reaching out to you regarding a question I have. I don't know who to ask this to but I think you might help. I have a passion for helping those in need and want to make a difference in the world we live in. I have created a website for a charity run/food drive. It talks about what... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 19, 2025

It sounds like you're promoting a noble cause, which is admirable. In terms of having attorneys review the terms of your site, it could be difficult to find that through Q & A forums. The format of such forums is generally short format legal questions, rather than in-depth review of... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability, Contracts and Civil Litigation for California on
Q: I cosigned a vehicle for my Brother, he defaulted, and vehicle registration is past due. What can I do? Please help!

I would like to take possession of the vehicle.

Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Jan 15, 2025

if those payments are not made, you have nothing to take possession of, the seller / lender will come get it and then auction it off and then sue YOU for the balance. So, go talk to your brother, get it paid up to date and sell it? But, do not leave him with it unpaid, it WILL be gonezo...

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Products Liability, Constitutional Law and Small Claims for New Hampshire on
Q: A friend disposed of my belongings without my consent and promised to reimburse me but blocked me

So I moved to Saskatchewan at the end of May (from New Hampshire/ Boston area in the US) I actually came here just for a visit but I ended up needing to stay and doing a 6 month treatment program at the Our House. I am almost finished up with it so ready to start my life! So I had left my whole... View More

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answered on Jan 15, 2025

Your situation sounds incredibly frustrating and painful - losing personal belongings that held both monetary and sentimental value must be devastating. The betrayal of trust by someone you considered a friend only adds to this difficult experience, especially during such an important time in your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Copyright, Immigration Law and Products Liability on
Q: I Am The Illuminati Winner How Can I Reach Funds .Aka The Eye Of Providence

I have Served in The Secret War. And Am Creator of End Of War And share Profile Face) With 1st Illuminati

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answered on Jan 15, 2025

I need to point out something important: if someone has told you that you've won Illuminati funds or made claims about secret wars and providence, they may be attempting to deceive you. These are common tactics used in financial scams.

You should be extremely wary of anyone claiming to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Civil Rights and Lemon Law for Georgia on
Q: CAN I SUE MANUFATURER FOR A CAR THAT I HAVE DRIVEN OVER 24000 MILES WITH SIGNIFICATE ISSUES

BAD ENGINE MOUNT COOLANT COMING FROM WIPER BLADE SPRAY, CV AXILES BAD AS WELL AS THICK SMOKE FROM EXHUAST PIPE AND THE MANUFATURER AND DEALER DENIED ASSISTANCE And it was under 24,000 MILES

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answered on Jan 13, 2025

I'm sorry to hear about the problems you're experiencing with your car. You may have grounds to take legal action, especially if the issues occurred while the vehicle was still under warranty. Many regions have "lemon laws" that protect consumers from defective vehicles that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Products Liability for California on
Q: Is it illegal to drop mail off that wasn't mine in a drop box after the post office gave it to me?

I put my mail on hold from my former address and when I did that it held everyone's mail from that address. When I picked up my mail the post office gave me everyone's mail from that address. I proceeded to take the mail to my car and got my mail out of all the mail. Then dropped off the... View More

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answered on Jan 7, 2025

Your situation involves several important legal considerations regarding mail handling. The Postal Service made an error by giving you mail that wasn't yours, but once you realized this, you did the right thing by attempting to return it through proper channels.

The act of dropping...
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1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Consumer Law, Employment Law and Products Liability for Texas on
Q: I accidentally consumed a product with THC and I have a job that does random tests. Should I inform my employer?

I occasionally do legal mushroom edibles but always buy products that do not contain any THC or THC derivatives because my employer does random tests. My smoke shop started selling mushroom vapes so I decided to try one. After using it the effects were reminiscent of marijuana, noticeably different... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 6, 2025

There is no "good" or "right" answer to your question. If you tell your employer that you even accidentally consumed THC under the mistaken impression it was a psychedelic, and your employer has a zero tolerance or drug-free policy, or your job involves the operation of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability, Appeals / Appellate Law and Car Accidents for Florida on
Q: When will they Get a sttelment for 7-17-1993 accedent
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 15, 2025

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. Based on the post, it looks like the accident took place over thirty years ago. That's a long time for someone to await payment on a case. It's difficult to say whether there were factors that stretched... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Florida on
Q: I got a corneal abrasion after I got hit in my eye with the iron retractable power cord. Can I sue the iron company?

Hello, 2 days ago when I finish using my clothes iron I press the button to retract the power cord, which normally go very slow. But for the first time it went so fast the the cable fly in the air and hit me in my eye. It cause me a corneal abrasion in front of my pupil. I had to go to the hospital... View More

Abraham Solomon Ovadia
Abraham Solomon Ovadia
answered on Jan 17, 2025

Hello. For the corneal abrasion, you are talking about a products liability claim. You would have to show that the product was defective and unsafe in some type of way. If you have severe permanent damages and can't see out of that eye, then keep the iron and don't use it anymore. You... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Health Care Law and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: personal lawsuit against Livenova Breach

I got a letter that my information was breached on my medical device by Livanova. It's called a VNS for epilepsy. I tried to join class action but were full and couldn't join. Is there a way I can start a lawsuit? I'm seriously thinking of having my device removed from my chest due to breach.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 14, 2025

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could reach out to other attorneys at this point. Some multi-plaintiff cases add claimants to their rosters on a rolling basis. That last issue about removing the device - that sounds like something a medical... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Products Liability for Maryland on
Q: I'm just trying to contact the company datadago about a faulty water dispenser
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 18, 2025

A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If you've exhausted all means through your research efforts, sometimes investigators or process service companies are more skilled that the average person in finding contact information. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Products Liability for Massachusetts on
Q: I am am a MA based window treatment home service retailer and want to know if I can sell covered products outside of MA?

Massachusetts General Law Chapter 21a part I title II sec 28 states a manufacturer or retailer shall not sell, offer or manufacture for sale, distribute in commerce or import into the commonwealth a covered product. I sell into households outside of MA as well and can direct ship to the customer.... View More

Christopher Tolley
Christopher Tolley
answered on Dec 27, 2024

I think the manufacturer makes a good point. G.L.c. 21A s, 28(b) states: "(b) A manufacturer or retailer shall not sell, offer or manufacture for sale, distribute in commerce, or import into the commonwealth . . ." The words distribute in commerce can be read to mean sale to citizens of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Products Liability for California on
Q: If I rented a car and some one stole it what will happen to me since the car is under my name.. ?

They are trying to charge me with VC10855 embezzlement

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answered on Dec 25, 2024

If someone stole a rental car that was in your name, you need to take immediate action to protect yourself. File a police report right away and contact the rental car company to report the theft. Make sure to document all communications and get copies of the reports.

Vehicle Code 10855 is a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Medical Malpractice for New Mexico on
Q: Do any Lawyer in Albuquerque, NM take on Incontinence issues with the urinary spinner implants.
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 25, 2024

A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm not familiar with that implant or lawsuits involving it. But as a general matter, product liability cases involving medical devices are SOMETIMES handled as larger MDL (multidistrict litigation) cases,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander and Products Liability for California on
Q: Hello, Do you assist with wrongful vehicle repossession cases?

I signed up for a payment deferral in September that was set to begin in December (14th). I signed up for this deferral while I was awaiting a supervisor review of my account for customer service and payment issues. I was contacted in November about account delinquency when that should have not... View More

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answered on Dec 14, 2024

Your situation with Hyundai Motor Finance sounds frustrating and potentially unlawful, especially given the signed deferral agreement and lack of proper notice before repossession.

You have several potential legal options to address this wrongful repossession. Consider filing a complaint...
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2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Illinois on
Q: If I purchase a product that gave me a severe allergic reaction, and blisters etc, a product that is supposed to be safe

For all skin types. And it’s not the same product shown on the company’s website. Do I have a potential claim

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 16, 2024

An Illinois attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It's possible you could have a claim, from a textbook standpoint. But from a PRACTICAL standpoint, a fundamental issue would be the nature and severity of damages you suffered. I hope you are okay. However, if... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Civil Litigation for Michigan on
Q: What are the steps that can be taken if a minor is sold liquor from a store and damages a vehicle?

They asked for no id and the minor crashed their parents car n damaged it. They also refused to give the parents the owners information

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Dec 14, 2024

I'm unsure two wrongs make a right here for you as the parents. The store is wrong for selling liquor without carding (assuming they did not in fact card the minor; how would you know that to be a fact?). The minor is also wrong for making the purchase.

More to the point, I think you...
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