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14 Mar
Bio professor filing a lawsuit..?
Anyway, so last week, she had to go to the hospital because she has sensitive skin, and it was reacting to the ink. I don't know how bad it was because I have not seen it yet, but I herd her hand was swelling. NOW, she is claiming that we "TRICKED" her into getting the henna done, which is a pathetic attempt at lying. She also said that we never asked if she has sensitive skin, which she should have known and have been aware of herself, I mean she's in her 50's, she should know her skin.
So today our group leader was telling me how the professor is planning to get a group of people together and file a lawsuit (a couple other people also had reactions to the ink, but it was just redness).
I think that this is ridiculous, especially because we had everyone signed a waver. Also, people should have known their skin type, and should ask if henna ink is okay on their skin. It's not our responsibility to make sure you take care of your skin, so many group organizations has done henna in the past and nothing has ever happened.
Do you guys think the professor has the right to file a lawsuit? I mean she has the right, people can sue over ridiculous reasons these days, but is it worth filing a lawsuit, or is she going over the top?
Opinions?
3 Responses for "Bio professor filing a lawsuit..?"
Don't assume a waiver is enforceable. It sounds like your henna was not pure henna, which is common; many are erated with cheaper fillers. I assume no one consented to being tattooed w/ erated henna. (A waiver is all about consent.)That said, realistically, I can't see an attorney taking this case. It isn't worth it, financially. I'm not seeing any permanent injuries here. If she was serious about getting money, she would sue you…plus the student org and the university. You're fine. Source(s): lawyer
She can file a lawsuit, but it will not be worth it for her if you have a signed waiver from her and the others. When they signed the waiver, they were acknowledging that there could be some sort of consequence to their actions, but that they would not hold you responsible.If it would go to court, it will more then likely be thrown out when the waivers are submitted as evidence.
The wavier could be your ace-in-the-hole. Did you explain the waiver to her and did she receive a copy? However, I don't believe you can trick someone who signed a wavier. She does have the right to file or not file. The question is, is her lawsuit legitimate as I believe that she knew she would have an allergic reaction to the ink. Should she proceed, attorney's offer free 30 minute consultations.
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