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My wife is currently in the hospital in bad shape, potentially due to the medications Enbrel and Prednisone, which she started taking in November 2024 for rheumatoid arthritis. She began experiencing issues around December 2024. The hospital has conducted tests, but the doctors cannot confirm if... View More

answered on Jun 24, 2025
I am sorry to hear about your wife's health problems. Please recognize that you are not asking a legal question. You are asking a medical question. Enbrel belongs to a class of drugs that can cause potentially life-threatening side effects. Those Potential side effects are disclosed in... View More
About a year ago, in March 2024, I purchased a high-end eBike from Pedal Electric for around $4,000. Recently, in June 2025, the front hydraulic brake cable exploded while I was riding downhill, due to a hidden design flaw. The cable rubs against the tire over time, which isn't visible without... View More

answered on Jun 27, 2025
I'm sorry about your accident, but glad to hear that you were not seriously injured. You could reach out to attorneys to discuss in further detail. Design defect is a recognized basis for actions based on product liability theory. You mention expired warranty. Warranty could be become a... View More
About a year ago, in March 2024, I purchased a high-end eBike from Pedal Electric for around $4,000. Recently, in June 2025, the front hydraulic brake cable exploded while I was riding downhill, due to a hidden design flaw. The cable rubs against the tire over time, which isn't visible without... View More

answered on Jun 20, 2025
Yes, regardless of the explicit warranty, if the design or product was defective, you may pursue a product defect case. But the major concern is the extent of your damages. If you suffered only minor injuries, it may not be worth an attorney's time/effort to take the case on a contingency... View More
About a year ago, in March 2024, I purchased a high-end eBike from Pedal Electric for around $4,000. Recently, in June 2025, the front hydraulic brake cable exploded while I was riding downhill, due to a hidden design flaw. The cable rubs against the tire over time, which isn't visible without... View More

answered on Jun 20, 2025
If you are hurt, attorneys can help you with a lawsuit to recover for your past and future medical expenses, wage loss, and pain and suffering. If your injuries are minor, it sounds like you don't need a personal injury attorney, depending on what you mean by "minor."
You... View More
In March 2025, I had a Bruno CRE-2110 stairlift installed under a contract that promised full power swivel functionality and adjustable height to accommodate my needs as one of the users. Despite implied assurances from the salesperson, the stairlift does not swivel as promised, and the... View More

answered on Jun 17, 2025
It is understandable to feel frustrated and unsafe when a product intended to support your mobility instead creates hazardous conditions and fails to meet its promised features. Given the significant financial investment and the impact on your health and safety, it is reasonable to seek legal... View More
I experienced a traumatic workplace accident on September 1, 2023, caused by a malfunctioning Robot Coupe 2 food processing machine, which resulted in the amputation of my right index finger and avulsion of my right middle finger. I reported the incident to management, who contacted the police, and... View More

answered on Jun 9, 2025
Sorry to hear what happened to you. It sounds like you've taken the necessary steps to protect your interests by hiring an attorney. Your attorney should be able to perform an investigation into the incident and taken measures to have the machine in question preserved as to that it can be... View More
I experienced a traumatic workplace accident on September 1, 2023, caused by a malfunctioning Robot Coupe 2 food processing machine, which resulted in the amputation of my right index finger and avulsion of my right middle finger. I reported the incident to management, who contacted the police, and... View More

answered on Jun 17, 2025
I am sorry to hear about the severe injuries you sustained and the difficulty you are facing with your workers’ compensation case and potential personal injury claim. Given the facts you shared, you may have several legal options under New York law.
First, your workers’ compensation... View More
I want to know if I can sue someone who replaced a part in my car, claiming it was new, but it turned out to be from a junkyard. The initial issue surfaced right after I got the car on July 17, and after he replaced the part on July 22, the issue returned eight months later. I have proof that the... View More

answered on Jun 4, 2025
In order to sue, you have to have an agreement or representation by the mechanic that the part was going to be new, that the mechanic breached the contract by installing a used part, or his representation was false, and you have to have damages a result of the mechanic's breach of the contract... View More
I had a slip and fall accident at work in 1996, leading to two back surgeries—a triple fusion, which has now failed. I have a broken titanium screw and another that is partially unscrewed, causing significant pain. Although I previously resolved my workers' compensation claim and sold out... View More

answered on May 24, 2025
Dear injured worker,
Thank you for reaching out. Since you previously settled your workers’ compensation claim, that matter is closed and no longer within the scope of workers’ comp benefits. However, if your current issues are due to failed hardware from your 1996 surgery, you may have... View More
I've taken my Peterbilt truck to seven different dealerships over the past five months to resolve a transmission issue that remains unresolved. The right-hand shifter has been replaced three times, but the problem persists. Peterbilt acknowledges known issues with the part but hasn't... View More

answered on May 20, 2025
Anyone with a couple hundred bucks for filing fees can sue anybody else.
Success, in the form of a judgment, is what counts.
Your facts indicate success in court, but there are two sides at least to every issue.
It appears that you may have a breach of warranty claim. In... View More
I am a truck driver experiencing severe health issues, including high blood pressure, anxiety, headaches, and tinnitus, which I believe are caused by the excessively loud noise from safety equipment in the trucks I drive. I've had to leave several jobs due to these issues. My doctor has... View More

answered on May 8, 2025
An Ohio attorney could probably advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for the stress and anxiety brought about by noise from the safety equipment. If the noise levels comply with labor and safety standards in the trucking industry, I don't think it could be... View More
I am a truck driver experiencing severe health issues, including high blood pressure, anxiety, headaches, and tinnitus, which I believe are caused by the excessively loud noise from safety equipment in the trucks I drive. I've had to leave several jobs due to these issues. My doctor has... View More

answered on May 8, 2025
Addendum - If you consult with workers' comp attorneys, you could inquire about noise level monitoring. This is an area that industrial hygienists who work with noise-level monitoring/dosimetry would know more about. Some of the professional level equipment that yields meaningful data has... View More
I have a legal issue with Ilderton Dodge in High Point, NC, where faulty parts were installed in my Dodge Journey, leading to a blown head gasket. The installation occurred in June 2024, with several subsequent visits failing to resolve the problem. By January 2025, after a second opinion and... View More

answered on Apr 16, 2025
For the issues you are facing with Ilderton Dodge in High Point, NC, it would be prudent to consult a consumer protection attorney or a lawyer specializing in automotive law. These legal professionals are well-versed in handling cases involving faulty product installations, warranty disputes, and... View More
I would like to know how to join a class action lawsuit against a manufacturer whose product caused damages to my pet, including muscle control loss, paresis, recumbency, and a UTI. I have already opened a case with the manufacturer but am not yet part of the lawsuit. What steps do I need to take... View More

answered on Apr 22, 2025
I'm sorry about what your pet is going through. You'll need to search online for information about the case, and contact the administrator or one of the managing attorneys. If an attorney is handling your current case on an individual basis, first discuss with them and let them know about... View More
In early March, my husband passed away, and I believe it was due to a malfunction of his new insulin pump. The pump kept failing, which may have resulted in incorrect insulin dosing. I reported the issue to the manufacturer and relevant authorities, and I have records of all his calls to the... View More

answered on Apr 11, 2025
So so sorry to hear this. Definitely avoid too much interaction with insurance companies, yours or the hospitals' or doctors' and reach out to speak to counsel asap to best protect any/all claims here. IF the attorney is experienced but not say in this area of law, s/he may have a good... View More
I discovered that my sister secretly filed a lawsuit related to my mother's passing from ovarian cancer, allegedly linked to Johnson & Johnson talcum powder. I wanted to file a separate lawsuit but was told I couldn’t because one was already open. My siblings and I were not involved or... View More

answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother. The lawsuit wasn't really "secret" - it seems it might have been done without letting you know. Lawsuits are often part of public records, unless a court has ordered non-publication, or they're sealed. Otherwise, they can usually... View More
I discovered that my sister secretly filed a lawsuit related to my mother's passing from ovarian cancer, allegedly linked to Johnson & Johnson talcum powder. I wanted to file a separate lawsuit but was told I couldn’t because one was already open. My siblings and I were not involved or... View More

answered on Apr 10, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Generally speaking, only the duly-appointed representative of your mother's estate can file a wrongful death lawsuit on her behalf, i.e. the executor (if she had a will) or administrator (if she didn't). Depending on how the settlement proceeds are allocated... View More
Hi, I’m planning to interview a person who uses steroids and an illegal steroid dealer for a YouTube video. I’ll be blocking the dealer’s face and voice for anonymity. I just want to confirm if it’s completely legal to feature these interviews, or if there are any potential legal issues I... View More

answered on Mar 28, 2025
From a civil law perspective: Best to get each interviewee's signed consent, specifying in detail exactly what you will do with the video(s), how long the video(s) will be public, and releasing you from any liability in connection with the video(s); otherwise, you are potentially opening... View More
I am considering signing a settlement agreement with a mechanic company after claiming damages caused during a service repair on my vehicle. The mechanic misplaced the jack stand, which resulted in the door needing replacement. Based on the evidence I submitted and a final demand for payment, I... View More

answered on Mar 24, 2025
Signing an agreement that voids any warranty could cause you to lose any rights you may have otherwise have had under Oregon law. I am not sure what the jack stand and door incident has to do with the work on the axle or the rationale for voiding the warranty, but I would question why that is. They... View More
I had the Watchman procedure on 04/10/2022 at the Baptist Hospital in Jackson, MS, and it was not successful as the device migrated. My doctor considered its removal but decided to wait six weeks to check it again. It hadn’t migrated further, but I remain concerned and cautious, especially with... View More

answered on Mar 13, 2025
A Mississippi attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for a month. The name does come up in searches, but you would need to research more closely if the context is related to recalls, litigation, or other. Check online, and look into whether product liability law firms handling... View More
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