Alabama § 6-5-731 - Definitions.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 6-5-731 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-5-731. Definitions.
For purposes of this article, the following words have the following meanings:
(1) CLAIM. Any claim by or on behalf of a natural person, as well as any derivative or other claim arising therefrom asserted by or on behalf of any other person.
(2) GENERALLY KNOWN CONDITION ALLEGEDLY CAUSED BY OR ALLEGEDLY LIKELY TO RESULT FROM LONG-TERM CONSUMPTION. A condition generally known to result or to likely result from the cumulative effect of consumption, and not from a single instance of consumption.
(3) KNOWING AND WILLFUL. Conduct in violation of federal or state law which meets both of the following criteria:
a. The conduct constituting the violation was committed with the intent to deceive or injure consumers or with actual knowledge that such conduct was injurious to consumers.
b. The conduct constituting the violation was not required by regulations, orders, rules, or other pronouncement of, or any statute administered by, a federal, state, or local government agency.
(4) OTHER PERSON. Any individual, corporation, company, association, firm, partnership, society, joint-stock company, or any other entity, including any governmental entity or private attorney general.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 6-5-731
What does Code of Alabama § 6-5-731 cover?
Section 6-5-731 ("Definitions.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 6-5-731?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 6-5-731" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 6-5-731 apply to my situation?
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