So sorry to hear about your loss. Unfortunately, the measure of damages for the loss of your pet, as provided by law, would likely be only the fair market value of a bulldog of your dog's age at the time of his/her death and any vet bills associated with the incident. So the money that you... View More

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answered on Feb 20, 2023

It is not legal for an orthopedic doctor to give a patient a prosthetic leg with used parts without the patient's knowledge and consent. In California, doctors are required to obtain informed consent from patients before performing medical procedures or providing medical devices or treatments.... View More

When you say illegal, you are talking criminal. That would require your proving criminal intent. I would want to hear the doctor's version.

If s/he billed the ins co for a new leg, there might be a fraud.

I would write the doctor, return receipt requested, setting forth your... View More

If you have been injured due to medical negligence, contact a medical malpractice insurer. If you have been given a used prosthetic after Medi-Cal paid for a new one, your doctor might be guilty of insurance fraud. In that case, you might want to contact Medi-Cal or the police, and then an... View More

I'm sorry you were badly injured.

As a former bike messenger and avid cyclist, I definitely understand what you are talking about. You apparently were using a bike that had shocks as the front fork, with the shock absorption being provided by air pressure.

As the other... View More

It sounds like you have sustained damages from the part coming off sufficient to justify a product’s liability action.

I would take the bicycle and fork part to a competent lawyer in the county where the incident happened with experience in products liability law. Also bring your medical... View More

I'm truly sorry to hear you were so badly injured.

John is correct about what we call "damages" (your injuries and what you have been through because of this incident) and that this falls under a category of personal injury cases called "products liability."... View More

The FDA and CDC are federal agencies which have sovereign immunity from such lawsuits.

You may however have a valid claim against the sellers and manufacturers of the Thc-o products you used.

Just as with tobacco using plaintiffs, you will face comparative / proportional... View More

It is unlawful to sell a NEW car with an open recall. It is negligent, unfair, misleading and perhaps more depending on who said what and when, to sell a USED car with an open recall. In law school and "Judge" school, we learn that finding in favor of a contract being enforceable keeps... View More

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answered on Jan 4, 2023

When a case settles or is dimissed, the costs (filing fees, etc.) are taxed to one of the parties to pay. If a plaintiff, it is possible you paid up front for all when paying filing fee, but depends on which clerk's office. I would call the clerk of he court and ask if you owe anything, or... View More

To prove liability, an expert would need to establish through forensic testing that the lighter had a product defect and that defect caused your injuries. An attorney may be interested in taking your case, so reach out to personal injury attorneys in your jurisdiction.

I am not a mechanical expert. But it sounds like you are being instructed to make repairs to vehicles in a negligent manner that could lead to harm. Your employer is responsible for your actions under the doctrine of respondeat superior. Theoretically, if someone were harmed they could hire a... View More

Did the auction company advertise this sale to you personally, or otherwise reach into North Carolina to attract North Carolina bidders? if not, you should look for an Oklahoma licensed attorney with automobile fraud experience to have a consultation with. Your lawsuit would most likely have to be... View More

Unlikely. Is this a private seller? This is a classic caveat emptor situation: until the point where money and title changed hands, you had the ability to investigate, and either negotiate for a lower price or walk away. Unless the seller warranted, guaranteed, or promised you something, I think... View More

If you are talking about an insurance company for another person who might be liable to you for damages caused by an accident, the insurer can dispute its insured's liability, and the extent of the damages, until there is a settlement or a final judgment.

If you are talking about your... View More

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answered on May 13, 2024

The operation of online gambling sites is heavily regulated. If a platform offers the ability to deposit funds, play games, and then withdraw cash without participating in what legally qualifies as a "sweepstakes" or "prize" system, it might indeed be violating state laws.... View More

An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If there's a written agreement, an attorney would want to see its terms. As far as your communications, it's possible that you and the company could have conflicting versions of what happened. A starting... View More

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. This isn't really a product liability matter, which is more about injuries from dangerous products. It could depend on how reasonable your misunderstanding was - that might require more details about the... View More

It's possible that there could be technical solutions, since you seem to like the place and its owners and don't want them to be hurt - dehumidification, air conditioning, etc. Good luck

A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could look into sending it certified mail. Also check with the local office of your DMV. Their website might offer more complete info about vehicle forms. Good luck