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| Long gone sell by date | 9/24/2009 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I was wondering if you can help me. This morning I went shopping at a large supermarket chain store ...
A: Susan, I suggest you contact the grocery chain to make sure those cans are taken off the shelves. ...
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| Long gone Sell by Date | 9/24/2009 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I was wondering if you can help me. This morning I went shopping at a large supermarket chain store ...
A: Susan, I suggest you contact the grocery chain to make sure those cans are taken off the shelves. ...
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| Consumer protection | 2/22/2009 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Is our society too protective of consumers these days, or not protective enough?
A: Lynn, One can argue for both positions. It seems like there are a number of frivolous lawsuits, ...
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| S corp vs. C corp vs. partnership | 2/12/2009 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: My friend and I want to start a business in which we will buy houses, fix them up, rent them and ...
A: Eran, This does apply to product liability but I can give you some ideas. I suggest you speak to ...
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| AUTO DEALER CLOSED | 9/26/2008 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I bought a new car a couple weeks ago in Houston, TX. I just heard they went out of business. I've ...
A: Ed, I have three suggestions for you. The first is to contact the finance company and inform them ...
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| employee negligence | 8/21/2008 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Would employee negligence fall under the Product Liability umbrella? More specifically, I went to ...
A: Sue, I understand and agree with your sentiments. You can request that WalMart remedy the ...
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| employee negligence | 8/20/2008 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Would employee negligence fall under the Product Liability umbrella? More specifically, I went to ...
A: Sue, You are describing a simple negligence action and not a product liability. You are indicating ...
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| Products Liability | 5/1/2008 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Subject: Product liability problem We received SUMMONS from Vanderburgh Circuit and Superior ...
A: Richard, I advise you to hire an attorney. Let the attorney contact the attorney for the claimants ...
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| DUI | 3/19/2008 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: My son and I moved from Michigan 3yrs ago back to Tennessee. My son had not changed his drivers ...
A: Marian, This does not involve product liability nor am I licensed to practice law in Tennessee or ...
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| new boat purchase | 1/27/2008 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: We went to a boat show on October/2007, and saw a boat we liked. We agreed on the price paid 10% ...
A: Tida, You should ask the dealer for a different boat. The contract contemplated the boat was in ...
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| Public Utility Question | 11/30/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I opened up my water bill this week and found I was being charged for 59cubic feet of water. I ...
A: Kim, I suggest you contact a plumber to give you a formal opinion that there is a leak which is not ...
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| Product Liability (Breach of Warranty) | 10/4/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Can you tell me what elements must be present in a Breach of Warranty Cause of Action? Also, in ...
A: Jason, I am not exactly certain what you are asking because negligence and breach of contract ...
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| Product Liability (Breach of Warranty) | 10/2/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Can you tell me what elements must be present in a Breach of Warranty Cause of Action? Also, in ...
A: Jason, Breach of warranty causes of action depend on the location. Generally, a breach of warranty ...
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| Limiting liability of independant representitives of company | 9/22/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I am doing research for a company that provides teaching materials to individuals. These ...
A: Wylie, My best advice is for you to spend a few hundred dollars and meet with a business attorney ...
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| law | 9/20/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Do you have a list of all or most civil causes of action? Where could I obtain a copy?
A: Tom, I am not certain what you are asking. Each municipality, city, county and state has lawsuits ...
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| About doctor's license | 5/28/2007 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: ! well i hope you can help me whit this situation i am trying to find some information about ...
A: I am licensed to practice law in Michigan. If this is a Michigan matter I think I can help you. I ...
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| I just need to know the legal term for being scammed. | 2/23/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Rachel Outlet took my money (and a lot of other peoples money) and won't give it back. I have ...
A: Lola, There are a number of civil causes of action which include: 1) fraud; 2) consumer fraud; 3) ...
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| Medical Product Liability | 1/31/2007 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: My question concerns a loved one with AVN. He has had two hip surgeries and the latest hip ...
A: I think I can help you. I would suggest that we talk by phone. Please contact me for a complimentary ...
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| Home warranties | 1/22/2007 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I live in Phoenix, Az and here's the deal... A few years ago, a pipe in my attic sprung a leak. My ...
A: Lisa, The only way to answer that question is to see the home warranty policy. Most likely, it ...
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| Product liability (sorta) question... | 12/7/2006 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: Dr. Friedman: We had a landscaper install some sod last year. (Turns out he was big-time ...
A: David, You have the potential for a number of causes of action. The first depends upon whether he ...
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| Product contents | 11/24/2006 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I wonder if you can help clarify a point for me- If a company changes the contents of a product, do ...
A: Frank, Companies legally and ethically change the ingredients of their products continuously. They ...
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| DUI for Ambien/Total Amnesia | 9/12/2006 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I'm a 22/male college student in Alabama. I keep a responsible reputation around town and have never ...
A: Mark, I can tell from your description that you are a hardworking responsible individual who sounds ...
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| Prescription Medication withdrawal; recourse? | 9/2/2006 | Paul D. Friedman, M.A., Ph.D., J.D. |
Q: I have been taking Zyrtec daily for three years for sinus and throat allergies. Recently, I decided ...
A: Mr. A: Thank you for the question. I am pretty well-versed in pharmaceutical liability since I am ...
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| product liability law | 8/15/2004 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: since i have a history off cancer in my family, i do breast cancer check ups every 6 months. last ...
A: I am licensed to practice law in Michigan. If this is a Michigan matter I think I can help you. I ...
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| Medical Liability | 4/8/2004 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: Mouradian, I'm from Michigan also. Almost three years ago my father who was in excellent health was ...
A: I am licensed to practice law in Michigan. If this is a Michigan matter I think I can help you. I ...
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| disclaimer | 3/29/2004 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: I'm selling automotive chips for cars and trucks. I have a written disclaimer stating that the chip ...
A: I am licensed to practice law in Michigan. If this is a Michigan matter I think I can help you. I ...
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| product liability decission | 12/13/2001 | Michael B. Stone |
Q: is there any way to contact a federal judge to ask him about a decission a jury made in a product ...
A: I don't know what the law is in Urbana. You should not attempt to contact a federal judge, he would ...
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| contract? | 9/13/2001 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: We live in Wisconsin. We agreed to purchase a show puppy from a Michigan breeder. We have a receipt ...
A: It appears that there is a breach of contract. The determination of the amount of your damages will ...
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| product liability | 7/11/2001 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: I purchased a sound card along with a computer from Gateway Computers. For one year I have been ...
A: I am licensed to practice law in Michigan, therefore, I cannot render an opinion regarding a non ...
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| Harrington Rods | 2/20/2001 | Jeff L. Butler P.E. |
Q: How many know case of Harrington Rod breaking? Is there any liability from the Mfg?
A: I have no knowledge of the # of cases but a quick search of the Medcial Device Reporting files of ...
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| FDA Information | 1/27/2001 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: I have to research a product called the "Rio Hair Naturalizer" sold by the World Rio Corp. based in ...
A: I would first start out by calling the FDA and asking them what information is avaialable. Perhaps ...
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| Product Liability on SALINE BREAST IMPLANT'S! | 1/4/2001 | Jeff L. Butler P.E. |
Q: I am currently experienceing a broken saline breast implant(diaphram valve), manufactured by MENTOR. ...
A: Sorry to be tardy in responding but have been out of town. I have done an examination of a saline ...
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| Dear Mr.Robert D.Mouradian
I... | 11/12/2000 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: Robert D.Mouradian I have a few questions you may be able to answer for me.In June 1959 I was given ...
A: I am licensed to practice law in Michigan, therefore, I cannot render an opinion regarding a non ...
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| a case involving Tylenol | 10/27/2000 | Jeff L. Butler P.E. |
Q: I AM WRITING A PAPER FOR COLLEGE, AND IS TO BE A DISCUSSION ABOUT A CONTROVERSIAL CASE INVOLVING ...
A: As I recall this involved several criminal cases of tampering with products on the shelf. ie ...
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| When is enough, enough ... new boat | 10/7/2000 | Robert D. Mouradian |
Q: I wasn`t sure if I should mention manufacturer`s names, so I did not. I am sorry this is so lengthy. ...
A: It is easy to understand your frustration in this matter. It is one thing to breakdown on a highway ...
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| very defective IOL | 9/4/2000 | Jeff L. Butler P.E. |
Q: Would the maker of a defective iol be liable ? Thank You, Ann
A: Can't give an explicit answer but in general every manufacturer/distributor has warranty ...
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