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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Washington on
Q: How is one included the current Zantac lawsuits in the State of WA? I don't have receipts of purchase

My entire family took Zantac for several years as my mother suffered from gastric and bladder cancer and had a big supply around the house.

I am currently being treated for prostate cancer, age 72

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 14, 2024

A Washington attorney might be able to advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you used the prescription version, prescriptions could serve as records. If you took an OTC version, it's possible it could appear in your medical records. You could reach out to law firms that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts, Products Liability and Insurance Bad Faith for Nevada on
Q: The insurer of my storage unit is offering $600 out of a $5k policy after burglary. Contents were worth way more

Large unit I paid on for almost two years. They want receipts for things but thieves stole all documentation I owned. And there’s no receipt for years worth of clothing, shoes, perfume collection, etc. The storage manager failed to notify me and continued accepting payment for months until I came... View More

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answered on Aug 12, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the distressing situation you're going through. Based on the information you’ve provided, there may be grounds to pursue legal action, not only for the inadequate insurance payout but potentially also for emotional distress and other damages. Here’s a breakdown... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Internet Law and Products Liability for Florida on
Q: Haven't had a girlfriend in 16 years and the internet muppets are blocking me from dating websites. How to fix?

Haven't had a girlfriend in 16 years and the internet muppets are blocking me from dating websites. If there aren't any pay phones and I'm homeless how can I:

1) Get unblocked from online dating websites. Or find a local offline dating service?

2) Talk to any lawyer... View More

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answered on Aug 6, 2024

Finding a way to get back into the dating scene and access legal help can be challenging, but there are steps you can take. To get unblocked from dating websites, try contacting their customer support directly to explain your situation. For offline dating services, consider attending local... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Identity Theft for California on
Q: I'm looking to sue Ulta Beauty for their failure to protect their consumer's information and member rewards point system

I'm looking to sue Ulta Beauty for their failure to protect their consumer's information and failure to protect Ulta's member reward program. Someone hacked into my account and used $155 worth of points To buy a cologne. I changed my password right away and contacted the store and... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Jul 29, 2024

What JA's AI response doesn't really touch on are practical considerations. What are your actual damages. Reward points probably have little value. Invasion of privacy, emotional distress and alike are even less.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Tax Law for Arizona on
Q: I have a group of people that harass me SEXUALLY!! CONSTANTLY! ITS AFFECTING MY MENTAL HEALTH!!

Stop! It's embarrassing, I want to stay hidden from everybody!! I get sick. OMG I can't believe this is my life!! Help!! I can't stand them!! Utter disgrace and disgust!!!

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 10, 2024

I'm sorry for your ordeal. Reach out to Arizona attorneys to try to set up a free initial consult to discuss in confidentiality your rights and options (depending on the setting - which from the categories you chose, appear to be workplace-related). Good luck

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Sexual Harassment, Products Liability and Internet Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Can I sue Gaia Online for Discrimination due me losing my account?

this user reported me for scamming and caused me to lose old main account and told everyone to BLOCK/Ignore me while I try start over. Also this USER raised prices when I tried to recovered them and this user trying forced me to QUIT. Can I sue this user/Gaia Online?

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answered on Jul 27, 2024

It's understandable to feel upset about losing your Gaia Online account, especially if you believe it was due to unfair treatment. However, suing Gaia Online or the user who reported you might not be a practical solution. Online platforms generally have terms of service that you agree to when... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Consumer Law and Contracts for California on
Q: How can i sue a car dealership for not registering my vehicle? Its been almost 90days. Dealership told lies.
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answered on Jul 18, 2024

If a car dealership has failed to register your vehicle within 90 days, you have several options to address the issue. First, gather all relevant documents, including your purchase agreement, any correspondence with the dealership, and any receipts or proof of payments made for registration fees.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Small Claims for Texas on
Q: What’s an appropriate settlement amount for food poisoning ?

Diagnosed with food poisoning by hospital, out of work for a week. Had proof of the that it was the restaurant’s responsibility. I want to be fairly compensated but I also wasn’t to be fair to the company as well.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 17, 2024

One week's lost wages plus whatever you paid for medical treatment for the food poisoning.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability, Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for Washington on
Q: Can I file a lawsuit for recalled implants if I became ill due to having them in?

The company was Meghan, and after putting them in I started to get joint pain, spinal arthritis, fatigue severe migraine. I lost my job, home, and became disabled. Five doctors wrote letters asking my insurance to remove them and this was finally agreed to after two years. They will not do a lift.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 22, 2024

A Washington attorney could advise best, in terms of state-specific issues, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. At this point, your best option could be to research what the current lawsuit situation is with McGhan implants. There have been lawsuits in the... View More

Q: crystalline silica dust how harmful is it when its constanlty blowing from Vacuum Sanders with no dust bags

The bags are for noise and dust reduction but Managers are inconsistent with keeping up to changing out the bags so the just leave them off the sanders which in a 12hr shifts when there is an 4 to 8 hour max exposure time we where in the same place way too long with high of an exposure to that... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 18, 2024

You really should be posing your question about the level of harm to an industrial hygienist, occupational safety specialist, or medical professional (depending on the elements you want to focus on - from OSHA practices to respiratory diseases). One of the first things they're going to ask you... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Elder Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a bank recover funds that were wired to another account in a scam?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 23, 2024

A Pennsylvania attorney knowledgeable in banking law could advise best (there's a heading for "Banking Law" here if you wanted to repost and include it), but your question remains open for two weeks. You could also check with your bank - larger banks could have more powerful... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Real Estate Law for Texas on
Q: A friend asked me to come and bid for a half interest on her house andher attorney showed up and outbid me. Feel defraud
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 12, 2024

Seems counterproductive for your friend for her attorney to have to outbid you for her half-interest in her house.

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Georgia on
Q: Bought a washer and saw in small print that they reserve the right 2 limited the quality of merchandise sold 2 customer

Is this normal 2 be on a contract

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 11, 2024

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for a week. But as a business practice, it's common nationwide, especially when items are offered at discounted prices. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Elder Law and Municipal Law on
Q: As a legal second legal owner of vehicle, my neighbor sold this without proper legal documents. What legal case? Thanks.

Sir, As second vehicle owner and a Senior Citizen 76 years old, we have an executed a Notarized Deed of Sale but my neighbor sold it to his client without my consent on the proper documentation because I have not seen and signed any Absolute Deed of Sale. Until now, I have not received the payment... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 4, 2024

It looks like you are outside the United States. I think you may be situated in the Philippines. You might need to consult with a local attorney - this forum deals mainly with U.S. laws and courts. But your matter seems to contain an irregularity that is fundamentally unlawful anywhere in the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Can I get confiscated for a food product that I got nausea and blurry vision for a short period of time?

Recently purchased a snack cake from a retail store near my home. When I got home and opened it it seemed too odd smell to it. This was my first time trying it so I wasn't sure if that was the original scent. Tried a piece anyway and immediately spit it back out. Went through a process of... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 30, 2024

You could consult with attorneys about compensation for your ordeal, but it does not look like a matter that most firms would handle on a contingency basis. I hope you're okay. It could be spoilage or tampering - it's hard to say for certain. The fact that the impact was short term would... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability, Workers' Compensation and Civil Litigation for Michigan on
Q: I am a highly experienced RN, BSN with 30y experience. How can find work as a LNC?

I have worked in multiple areas of healthcare, including Acute and Long-term care.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 29, 2024

This could be something that career counselors would know better than attorneys would. You could look into the forums or help resources of job sites. Also, recruiters who work in the health care field might be able to offer guidance. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for North Carolina on
Q: Can I bring a lawsuit against a tobacco company if I've been diagnosed with emphysema

I'm perfectly healthy female who's not at any medical conditions or any kind of underlying medical conditions and recently I was diagnosed with emphysema because my addiction to cigarettes that I couldn't break I can't break trying

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 14, 2024

A mass tort/class action law firm might be able to advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Although these cases have been going on since the 1950s and 1960s, with multiple waves of settlement agreements in the past, there are still law firms that hold themselves in this legal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Personal Injury and Products Liability for Minnesota on
Q: I use a hemp based THC product that has been causing asthma and other lung issues. Do I have any recourse?

I think this product contains vitamin e, a known agent that causes lung issues when vaporized. The product is called ElfTHC and I was using their THCP blends. I've used other brands before and nothing has ever done this, nor does regular marijuana based THC. Their lab results online are... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Jun 26, 2024

You will need to contact Dangerous Drug Lawyers directly to determine if you have a viable case. This is not my area of expertise, but it doesn't seem you have a viable case.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Georgia on
Q: Can i sue from using a hair product that made my hair fall out badly and migraine and dizziness
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 3, 2024

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's possible you could, if you could prove those things to the exclusion of other possibilities. Try to set up a free initial consult with an attorney to discuss in further detail. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property and Products Liability for California on
Q: I have a product from Alibaba. Product looks similar but not same and it is unbranded. Is it okay to sell in the US or n
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answered on Jun 21, 2024

To answer this question thoroughly, we need to consider several legal and ethical aspects:

1. Intellectual property:

- Even if the product is not an exact copy, it may still infringe on design patents or trade dress if it's too similar to an existing product.

-...
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