Legal Question in Business Law in Georgia
If I'm in business for myself, I purchase products on-line from a supplier/wholesaler under the impression that the product is genuine, and come to find out it is counterfiet. I'm I liable.
Asked on 2/25/10, 7:47 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Scott Riddle
Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC
Liable for what, and to whom? Certainly, you would be liable to customers who bought knock--offs if they thought they were purchasing the real thing. The customer does not have to track down your supplier. For the same reasons, you might have a claim against your supplier. However, if you bought it online from a questionable source, you might be out of luck.
Answered on 3/02/10, 7:53 am
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
Yes, you can be, and the potential penalties can be enormous. You need to be very diligent as to selection of suppliers.
Answered on 3/02/10, 8:04 am
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