I am having problems parsing a CSV file. The error exists within a field that separates it's contents with a comma. I have tried almost everything. The Text::CVS_XS module still does not seem solve my problems. I've been trying to find a solution to this problem for days. I would really appreciate help with this.

Example CSV Record:

12345,Jim,,"""Smith, Jr.""",1234 W. Baker Ct., ,Ontario,CA,12345,123456789, ,,27-Apr-02,1234567

Even when using Text::CVS_XS, the "Jr." will be parsed as the address. Should I write a RegEx to substitute the comma with in the triple double quotes to a pipe (|) and then parse the record (only to substitute back to a "," before writing)? If so, I have no clue how to write the RegEx. For the record, I have tried to find answers on this site. I am not having any luck. Please advise.

Thanks in advance for any and all help!!!

CPB

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