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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Lemon Law and Small Claims for Massachusetts on
Q: I returned goods that I bought because I was not happy with it. Vendor does not want to return my money. What can I do?

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

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Kansas on
Q: Can I sue my electric company for shutting my power off when we have a child with a electric medical necessity paper
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
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.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Copyright and Trademark for New Jersey on
Q: Is it legal to sell a product that has already been made? Even though I’d be making it myself but changing the name

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

Emmanuel Coffy
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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...
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3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury and Products Liability for New York on
Q: What is the process of suing a company? I unknowingly purchased food that contained bugs in it, how do I sue?

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.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability, Tax Law and Workers' Compensation for California on
Q: Hi what do I do if I have F.B.I and sherriffs and .L.A.P.D stalking me everyday making because of a fight with relative

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

Patrick William Steinfeld
Patrick William Steinfeld
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

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Libel & Slander for Rhode Island on
Q: I am considering writing a book about my proven harm. Can I name names without worry of liability?

My proof is legally obtained audio in the state of Rhode Island. However, due to state statutes, I had no legal case.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Employment Law, Personal Injury and Products Liability for California on
Q: Can a defendant in a federal civil suit limit personal address disclosure to a post office box, versus street address?

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

James L. Arrasmith
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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

3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Civil Rights for California on
Q: How do I politely ask my attorney to speed up my claim?

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.

William John Light
William John Light
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

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Collections, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for Virginia on
Q: What should I do, enterprise wants me to pay them 14000 for damages to a vehicle I wrecked in Mexico a year ago.

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

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Jul 25, 2023

Among other issues, what may be relevant is why your insurance company denied the claim.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Lemon Law for Minnesota on
Q: Wondering if I could sue a dealership if I’ve had to replace my transmission 2 times within a year

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

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Employment Law, Products Liability and Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: i owe to CarleBromenn hospital 28000, i had not insurance on those days, is there something that i can do? thanks

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

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jul 17, 2023

You might look into filing a bankruptcy, depending on your financial situation.

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Products Liability and Insurance Bad Faith for Tennessee on
Q: Hi, can an extended car warranty insurance (Fidelity etc.) ask the repair shop for outsourced parts invoices?

The extended warranty company approved an itemized parts list & labor for a truck repair job. After the repair, the shop sent them an invoice with an itemized parts list & labor exactly as pre-approved (to the cent). The extended warranty company now wants all invoices for the parts as... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 13, 2023

Yes, there is no law prohibiting the extended warrant company from requesting those invoices.

There is also no law requiring the repair shop to provide them.

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Small Claims for New Jersey on
Q: I was warming my coffee cup from DD and the cup caught fire, there were no warning labels on the cup. How do I proceed?

I do this normally without problems. Standing there waiting for the coffee to warm. I saw the flames open the microwave grabbed the cup, and tossed it in the sink.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 12, 2023

I hope you're okay. A question that could arise is that inexpensive, disposable cups are generally regarded as not being microwave-safe. I hope there were no injuries - there is no mention of them - but that is another question that would arise. What were the damages in terms of injuries? You... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Traffic Tickets, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for Florida on
Q: I recently purchased a 2021 BMW X5. They didn't disclose vital information to me

I told the car lot I was specifically looking for a car for my wife that had the front end collision prevention all the safety features available.

They showed me the X5 told me the vehicle would automatically apply the brakes if its getting too close to an object/person ran out. This was... View More

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jul 8, 2023

Sorry to hear about your problems. Sounds like you need a product liability attorney. I recommend you contact several attorneys in your area that practice this type of law, as soon as possible. Thank you for using Justia ask a lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Family Law and Products Liability for Pennsylvania on
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Kathryn Hilbush
Kathryn Hilbush
answered on Jul 4, 2023

I think you need to try posing your question again. What we see here is too garbled to make any sense.

3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability, Car Accidents and Insurance Defense for West Virginia on
Q: I have a friend who needs help. He is handicap for life an none of it was his fault an he definitely needs compromised.

He was in a bad accident who by no fault of his own.

D. Michael Burke
D. Michael Burke
answered on Jul 3, 2023

You, or your friend, should contact a personal injury attorney in Point Pleasant. If you can't find one in Point Pleasant, try Huntington or Charleston. Once you find an attorney who can help your friend, the attorney can analyze and evaluate your friend's case. I am curious, when was... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability on
Q: I got a client and he ran away with my product he told me that he gonna pay me and we agreed with the price now he block

he blocked me and he needs to pay me for my 1 month working on that project

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Jul 1, 2023

Apparently, your client owes you for a product and/or services. You will need to collect on the debt. After submitting the client with invoices and demand for payment, you may need to go to small claims court. An attorney can help you with your efforts.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for New Hampshire on
Q: Bought a boat, private sale for $3200. Used it twice before discovering a major issue with the motor. Cost to fix is 2K.

Seller won't return our money. What is the likelihood that we will win in small claims?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 27, 2023

If the boat was new and came with a warranty, you may have a valid claim.

If the boat was used and was sold as-is, it is unlikely you have a valid claim.

4 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Products Liability for California on
Q: Failed airbag deployment in an accident, should it matter who is at fault? Shouldn't airbags deploy as designed?

2020 VW Tiguan, rear ended another pickup truck. The truck unexpectedly stopped when they were cut off by another vehicle. VW rear

ended the pickup (VW driver at fault... according to police report). VW front end was smashed, driver severely injured... no airbags deployed.

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Gerald Barry Dorfman
Gerald Barry Dorfman
answered on Jun 22, 2023

Of course airbags should operate correctly without taking into account who is at fault for the collision. The important factors in your situation, in addition to having an expert determine that the airbag(s) should have deployed, include which injuries would likely have been prevented or lessened... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Small Claims, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Wisconsin on
Q: Can a distributor ship products of another brand who has permission to use a 3rd companies logo on the product w theirs

I as a distributor of tea products place a brand customer's custom logo on the product and ship to their customer when they have orders. If one of these brands also has us place another 3rd parties logo (a 501c charity they raise money for) on the product am I at risk of any legal liability... View More

Eugene Vamos
Eugene Vamos
answered on Jun 21, 2023

Those third party logos are someone's intellectual property, and I would advise you to obtain some kind of proof from your customer that these third party logos are allowed/licensed to be used in the particular product.

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