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Q: Does this 9447159 patent cover all Fc heterodimeric cytokines with an antigen binding moiety (not just CEA-IL2)?

My question is whether this patent covers all heterodimeric immunoconjugates or immunocytokines as described in Claim 1. Specifically, cytokine could be any secreted growth factors that are not mentioned in the patent. Antigen binding moiety could mean any bivalent antibody although the patent... View More

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Dec 15, 2021

You need to hire a patent attorney or expert in the field to do this analysis for you.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Small Claims for Oregon on
Q: So it turns out my stroke is directly linked to my use of Advil. I never knew how dangerous it was. Can you help?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 14, 2021

An Oregon attorney could probably advise best, but your question remains open for a week. In terms of your question asking for help, a likely response may be that you would need to reach out to law firms to discuss in further detail. Firms that handle cases involving medications will look at an... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Patents (Intellectual Property) and Products Liability for Minnesota on
Q: Patent 7803360 protects a product that is degradable underwater.

Does this mean that no one is never allowed to make a bio degradeble lure other than this company? If one would be able to create something, they wouldn't be able to sell it? Not quite sure I understand how this patent works. Or is the patent designed to protect their formula, meaning if one... View More

Carl Massey Jr
Carl Massey Jr
answered on Dec 8, 2021

To understand what exclusive right is possessed by the patent owner, it is necessary to read the claims of the patent. The patent only provides the exclusive right to practice what is specified in the claims. Claims 1, 21, and 22 in this patent are independent claims. Unless a possible infringer... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Business Formation for Florida on
Q: If I paid for a plastic surgery procedure in full and have a receipt can that company charge me extra if they increase…

Their prices?.. I paid for a plastic surgery procedure and decided to do the procedure at a later date when the date arrive the plastic surgery place stated that the price of the procedure have increased but I have already paid it in full at an earlier time do they have the right to charge me an... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 4, 2021

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. A basic doctrine of contract law that holds true nationwide is that the terms of a valid contract agreed upon by both sides will apply. But that is a general textbook principle. A Florida attorney who reviewed the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Tennessee on
Q: Hi, I have recently put Christmas lights in the cabin of my car. Under TN law, is it illegal for me to have them on?

They are colored red, yellow, blue, and green. They have multiple modes like alternating blinking, slow fade, and constant.

Bennett James Wills
Bennett James Wills
answered on Nov 29, 2021

There's a chance you could get stopped for unauthorized use of lights, especially blinking blue and red.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Employment Law and Products Liability for Michigan on
Q: Ok, my mom sold for Paparazzi Jewelry, under the guise of it being hypoallergenic, as well as nickle AND lead free;

She found out that it was a lie. They had nickle AND lead, and some have reported the lead is toxic. Now, I know MLMs are extremely hard to catch, but they tout these jewels, necklaces, bracelts, etc as LEAD AND NICKLE free to ALL consultants, AND customers. Is there ANYTHING my mom can do to sue... View More

Thomas. R. Morris
Thomas. R. Morris
answered on Nov 29, 2021

This sounds like a breach-of-contract claim. The devil is in the details, and there are more details than I can list in this format. Who would be the defendant? Is there a written warranty by the seller regarding the merchandise? Where is the defendant? Is there jurisdiction here in Michigan?... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Can a licensed esthetician in Florida preform teeth whitening services if certified?
Jane Kim
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answered on Nov 27, 2021

You need to call your licensing board and ask.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Libel & Slander and Products Liability for California on
Q: Rebar of vehicle bent but the airbags didn’t deploy. Do I have a possible case since airbags should’ve deployed?
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Nov 21, 2021

more info is needed.

airbags don't deploy in every accident..........usually only rear enders and not T Bones.

suing the car manufacturer or the company that made the bags is a VERY expensive proposition. Unless there was a big upside, a lawyer will not invest their money on a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Business Law for Tennessee on
Q: We bought a brand new camper from a dealership. It came from the factory missing some things and some items were in non

Working condition. The dealership assured us they would have all repaired/restored to new condition under warranty. It has now been 6 months and they have not. I have been making camper payments all this time and it has sat on their lot waiting to be restored. I want my money back and to be... View More

Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Nov 15, 2021

I recommend hiring a competent attorney to file an Action in Chancery for Rescission. You will not make any money but you should mitigate your losses.

2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Florida on
Q: Question about limiting liability for an Ecom product.

We have a product that we would like dropship from a supplier here in the US. The product is a 20ft aluminum flagpole kit. The question is, are we going to be liable for any damages incurred from the use of the product? If so, what would be the best way or ways to protect ourselves? We're... View More

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Nov 15, 2021

This is a product liability question. Vendors and manufacturers have joint and several liability when it comes to damage caused by the products. That is to say, you, as the supplier, will stay liable for your product after you have shipped them. The only way to avoid product liability is to make... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for Texas on
Q: I've Amica insurance for both home & auto & my son hit house. Amica says to cover home on home policy, not auto. Fair?
Leroy Scott
Leroy Scott
answered on Nov 12, 2021

That sounds about right. Your auto policy probably covers damage to the vehicle itself (collision or comprehensive coverage) and damage that you cause to other people’s property (liability/property damage coverage). While your home policy covers damage to the home itself and may cover injuries to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law, Products Liability, Tax Law and Workers' Compensation for Colorado on
Q: air bag recall cheerrdul clicks enable js
Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 2, 2021

I suggest you contact a local attorney license in Colorado to discuss a possible case for defective equipment. By telling your story to the selected the training you will be able to establish a possibility of merits of your civil case.

1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability for Indiana on
Q: How to find an attorney for malpractice tort?

I filed a complaint with attorney general's office Indiana about sub standard treatment. Which resulted in harming me more. Consequently, the outpatient clinic retaliated. Their actions didn't just exclude being treated by their facility, it effectively denied me treatment at any... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 1, 2021

Only an Indiana attorney could advise here because statutes of limitations for med mal and other actions are governed by state law, but your question remains open for a week. You may want to consider reaching out to a local attorney to discuss in detail, and examine the legal theories on which you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith and Products Liability for Tennessee on
Q: I have received a civil warrant for vehicle that was repossessed. Vehicle was for another family member and I never

Actually had possession of vehicle. I had told them and person filling out loan papers I did not have income to make payments. Can I file suit against family member to have them pay this?

Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Nov 1, 2021

It sounds like you are being sued on the Note you signed. An attorney can sue the other party for contribution, but collection is another matter. Bankruptcy or a Settlement may be options. If a Judgment goes down, protect your assets and file a Notice of Exempt Property.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Products Liability for Florida on
Q: Options for kitchen cabinet delivery without notification, just dropped and left outside for 2 days in rain-damaged

Hello,

I ordered kitchen cabinets online from a dealer in another state. The first delivery (of 2) was supposed to be delivered with prior notice to my contractor. The freight company just dropped the pallets in front of the garage where they stayed for 2 days in constant rain. Nobody was... View More

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Nov 1, 2021

It's clearly a negligence case. Meaning it is common sense that someone should be notified right away considering the possible rain. You should hire an attorney to write a demand letter.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Lemon Law for California on
Q: Have been looking for a new 2021 Mazda Miata certain color certain make and there seems to be only this one that is avai

Have been looking for a new 2021 Mazda Miata certain color certain make and there seems to be only this one that is available at a Mazda certified dealership and the person that takes pictures of the car disclosed the information that this car had been in an accident and that it did not need to be... View More

Leon Bayer
Leon Bayer
answered on Oct 22, 2021

It should be traceable IF anybody filed a DMV SR-1 report. Otherwise, I doubt there is any way to know.

I suggest you ask the dealer to provide you with a copy of the collision damage repair statement. The car was probably sent out to an independent shop. Most dealers do not do their own...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Health Care Law for Mississippi on
Q: Do y'all deal with mode cases I have black mode in my room
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 22, 2021

A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. This is only a Q & A board. If you're seeking an attorney, you could go to sites that are attorney referral services. You could also search online independently or use the tab above (Find-a-Lawyer) to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Pennsylvania on
Q: What do I do the shampoo company I use is being sued for hair loss! which I have what should I do ?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 19, 2021

A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If you feel you suffered injury as a result of the product, you could contact the law firm(s) handling the lawsuit and speak to them. If they felt you had a case, they could advise you on your options. Good... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Tax Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: If a post office was to forward you letters about your stimulus payment but return the payments to the sender would it

Be considered mail tampering. I have received the letter 1444c three times to my forwarded address but they returned the payment for the notice three times they know what they are doing and I want to know if I could perhaps file a complaint against that post office or whoever is in charge ect.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 14, 2021

No. They are not supposed to forward certain things. You need to be sure that the IRS and the government have your proper address. Discuss this with your Congressperson--they have information on how you can get your payments.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Patents (Intellectual Property) for California on
Q: Can I patient the corn burrito in it’s original place it was invented in ventura ca

Ventura California

Home of the corn burrito per Wikipedia

Peter D. Mlynek
Peter D. Mlynek
answered on Oct 11, 2021

No.

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