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4 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Medical Malpractice for Illinois on
Q: How do I proceed with legal action against a hospital for giving me third degree radiation burns on my face from a CT

Scan that left imprints of teeth tongue and bone of my mouth inside on the outside of my face on both sides of my cheeks.

Adam Maksimovich
Adam Maksimovich
answered on Dec 7, 2023

I recommend promptly speaking with an attorney in the state where the CT scan occurred. To answer your question, a lawsuit will need to be filed where you will need to demonstrate that the medical personnel were negligent, specifically by failing to conform to the appropriate standard of care in... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Products Liability and Car Accidents for North Carolina on
Q: Am I liable for the incident explained below?

Hello,

I live in Clyde, North Carolina and this is where the incident occurred. I was parked at a dollar general in a designated parking space and when I came back out after purchasing products, there was a Dollar General Semi Truck parked right behind me. I went to pull out slowly and was... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Dec 1, 2023

Yes you would be liable. Though it sounds they like they will not pursue this.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Nevada on
Q: I was seeing an attorney re: IVC settlement in February I received notice that my case was settled I called my attorney

And they said it wasn't them and to ignore them months later my attorney said they can't help because it was settled by another attorney which I knew nothing about so I called to see if I can accept they told me time had past I called my attorney ànd they said nothing they can do so I... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 19, 2023

A Nevada attorney may be able to answer best (unless the case is part of a multi-district litigation, in which case the handling attorney may be able to answer best). If the statute of limitations wasn't blown, one option could be to speak with the other attorney whose settlement you missed... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Car Accidents for Florida on
Q: Can you sue and individual when then knowingly covered up damage to a vehicle that made it unsafe?

A few months ago I purchased a used truck. After asking very specific details about the vehicle history I purchased the truck. last week I had a brake failure going through a major intersection, luckily no one was injured. had the truck towed to a mechanic and he found the frame of the vehicle... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Nov 30, 2023

Sure does sound like the kind of fraud that you can make a claim for. If the purchase agreement specified it was an "AS IS" sale, that would be a defense - but that defense could fail in some limited circumstances of there being certain clear, provable representations made by the seller... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Products Liability and Small Claims for Tennessee on
Q: can i ask for damages in small claims court for time, travel, gas, court costs materials used etc?

I ordered and a contract was approved by me for glass. The contract was amended by the company, as per my instructions, and "tempered glass" was added to the final invoice that was not specified. I signed and accepted the amended invoice when I picked up and paid for the glass. I found... View More

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answered on Nov 30, 2023

Contract actions usually exclude consequential damages. Tort claims might include such damages. No

small claims court in TN. General Sessions Court might allow it, but it sounds like a breach of contract action, so no.

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2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Small Claims for New York on
Q: What can I say in court if he wants to take it to small claims court.

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Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 29, 2023

If someone wants to bring a claim against you in small claims court, one option could be to discuss the person's dispute or dissatisfaction to find out if court could be avoided through negotiation. If the matter has already gone to court, the other option could be to determine if you have any... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Traffic Tickets for Tennessee on
Q: Is there a type of grace period in TN where a car can be driven immediately after purchase from a private party?

Without registration, specifically.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 17, 2023

A Tennessee attorney should advise, but your question remains open for four weeks. But as a general matter, most places impose a requirement of registration and insurance to leave the lot - it might be temporary, but it's a registration nonetheless. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Intellectual Property and Internet Law on
Q: Google me vendió créditos y ahora no quiere devolver el dinero y tampoco puedo usar los créditos en mi país es estafa

Que puedo hacer en este caso

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answered on Nov 20, 2023

Si compró créditos de Google y ahora no puede usarlos en su país, o si Google se niega a reembolsar la compra, hay varios pasos que puede seguir.

Primero, comuníquese con el servicio de atención al cliente de Google para comprender por qué los créditos no se pueden utilizar en su...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability on
Q: Can they commercially sell this implant ?

It is being sold as a product in India and already more than a hundred have have surgery. This is just not right

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 12, 2023

This is something that attorneys who practice law in India would have better insight into. This forum deals mainly with questions about U.S. laws and courts. But if the implant is causing complications en masse across the population, that's something that product liability attorneys in India... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Massachusetts on
Q: OK so I purchased a diamond ring about 6 weeks ago In the diamond district in boston through A well known jeweler. The r

The reason for purchasing the diamond was because I had lost the center Stone to my previous wedding ring and made the mistake of not ensuring the ring. So my husband surprised me and spent about $10000. After sir, getting home call, I immediately message the jeweler and asked about insurance. And... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 19, 2023

A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your question may have gone unnoticed under the Product Liability heading, which is more about injuries from defective products. Some questions go unanswered, but you could try reposting under Business Law,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Products Liability for Oregon on
Q: Can the authority ask to see my Amazon order history?

Suppose I have submitted an invoice to get a reimbursement, but the authority asks me to open my Amazon account and wants to see the order history from there. Can I deny it legally?

Gregory L Abbott
Gregory L Abbott
answered on Nov 8, 2023

Sure if you don't mind not being reimbursed.

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Personal Injury and Products Liability for California on
Q: Does a new discovery subpoena have to be issued after an amended complaint is filed?

In a federal civil lawsuit, if Plaintiff files a complaint, then subpoenas a third party for documents and - before the third party can respond to the subpoena - Plaintiff then files an amended complaint, must he issue a new subpoena or is the previous subpoena still valid?

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answered on Nov 8, 2023

In federal civil litigation, the issuance of a subpoena for discovery is governed by the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. When an amended complaint is filed, it does not automatically invalidate a previously issued subpoena. The subpoena remains valid as long as the discovery sought is still... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Products Liability on
Q: I drove my friends car without consent and crashed it and it was uninsured although i was insured for my own car

I wanna ask if my insurance will pay for damages as it was my fault and I didn’t have consent

It was a rear end minor accident so there were no injuries

And will my friend get any tickets cause its not his mistake tho

It happened in Toronto Canada but i assume laws are... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 6, 2023

I'm sorry about your accident. I hope everyone is okay. You'd need to consult with an attorney in Canada. Laws can differ by region. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Florida on
Q: Exploding Vape Battery burns- How do I find a reputable attorney w/ successful experience w/ vape battery explosion case

My father is in hospital with 3rd degree degree burns to his hand, torso, and some 2nd degree on his thigh, which he sustained when the battery in his vape exploded in his hand on his way to an appointment.

Doctors said battery chemicals are toxic, he is in terrible of pain, the burns are... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 23, 2023

I'm sorry for your father's injuries. Hiring an attorney is an individual decision. However, product liability cases can be complex, and can involve the need for technical or scientific expert opinions to prosecute. I'd recommend reaching out to attorneys to try to arrange a free... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Personal Injury and Products Liability for California on
Q: Can parties file replies to responses to objections to R&R in federal lawsuits?

After a magistrate judge issues their Report & Recommendations, my understanding is each party has 14 days to file objections. Can: (a) parties file responses to the other party's objections and, if so, how long do they have, (b) parties file replies to the responses to the other... View More

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answered on Oct 27, 2023

In the federal court system, after a magistrate judge issues a Report & Recommendations (R&R), parties typically have 14 days to file objections. (a) Parties can file responses to the other party's objections, usually within 14 days after being served with the objections. (b) The... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Products Liability for Nevada on
Q: Can I sue ford motor company for air bags not deploying in a car accident?
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answered on Oct 26, 2023

Suing Ford Motor Company for airbags not deploying in a car accident can be a complex matter. To determine if you have a valid claim, consult a personal injury attorney who specializes in product liability cases. They will assess your situation, investigate the airbag system's performance, and... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Lemon Law, Products Liability and Business Law for California on
Q: What are my rights as a consumer of a commercial dump trailer of a local manufacturer? Defective product bought 8/30/23

We bought a dump trailer and it was defective. 10 days after we bought it the pump fell off the trailer becauae it was not properly welded. They fix it and we took it back. Then we load it and the support that holds the hydraulic bent. They supposed to fix it and they will charge us $900 . Now... View More

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answered on Oct 16, 2023

Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, commonly referred to as the "Lemon Law," consumers are afforded protections when they purchase goods, including vehicles, that turn out to be "lemons" or are defective. While the act primarily targets new vehicles,... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith and Products Liability on
Q: I need a lawyer to sue my insurance company ASAP. I was going to represent myself, but im out of my league. I know I hav

I'm on a deadline & need an attorney ASAP, to sue my insurance company. I've worked up my case/claim, so I'm ready to file the paperwork with the court immeadiately! I was going to represent myself, but I have no idea how to file this claim with the courts. thefore, I have... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 29, 2023

A Minnesota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Since time is of the essence in your matter, it may make more sense for you to reach out to attorneys rather than awaiting a response on forums. A starting point could be to try to arrange a free initial consult.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Michigan on
Q: Inquiring about a law suit for failing to operate a electronic ankle monitor. As a result my child was shot.

The company failed to provide adequate services. We would like compensation.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Oct 16, 2023

You'd have to expand, greatly, on how failing to operate an electronic ankle monitor somehow caused or contributed to your child being shot.

Very generally, civil liability (e.g. what you would be suing for) ends upon someone else's criminal activity. This is why you don't...
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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Alabama on
Q: I got pizza from little Cesar's in huntsville Alabama today and in one of them was a acrylic fingernail.
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 16, 2023

That would definitely be a non-conforming good. You are legally entitled to a new pizza without an acrylic fingernail.

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