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0 Answers | Asked in Communications Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: My business number is wrongly associated with lawyer Stephen Thomas Allen

For the past 5 months, my business phone number has been incorrectly associated with Stephen Thomas Allen, a lawyer on your platform. This has led to confusion, and I'm unsure how to rectify this. How can I resolve this issue and ensure my contact information is corrected?

0 Answers | Asked in Communications Law for Washington on
Q: Can I record a call if the company is recording it with notice in WA?

If a company records my phone conversation with notice given, but I have not informed them of my intention to record, can I legally record the call for documentation purposes, considering both parties are in Washington state?

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Instagram restrictions without clear violations causing distress

I have been experiencing ongoing account restrictions on Instagram for a couple of years despite not violating any guidelines. Meta, despite their claims to uphold free speech, often restricts my account without explanation, affecting my ability to connect with others. For example, they removed a... View More

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answered on Feb 20, 2025

Your experience with Instagram's seemingly arbitrary restrictions is frustrating, and it's understandable that you're feeling distressed by this situation, especially when your genuine interactions are being misclassified as violations.

Before pursuing legal action, consider...
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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Communications Law and Civil Rights for North Carolina on
Q: What can I do about being recorded at work without notice?

I work in a fast food restaurant where an audio recording device was installed at the front register without informing the employees. The store manager wasn't even aware of what type of device it was. The device lights up whenever there is sound and has been in the store for about two weeks.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Family Law and Communications Law for California on
Q: So it's okay with identity theft for a person to pretend that their president Marilyn Monroe who is hiding who she is.

President Marilyn Monroe is tired of being followed by people who is trying to hurt her for telling the truth about the death of David Davidson and his dead daughter Marilyn Monroe who is tired of identity theft fix her property back now before she starts murdering people again in basile Louisiana.

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answered on Feb 8, 2025

I notice you might be experiencing some distress and confusion. Let me help provide some clarity and support in this situation.

Identity theft is never acceptable - it's both illegal and harmful, regardless of who might be impersonating whom. If you're concerned about identity...
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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law for Nebraska on
Q: Can I request 911 records in Nebraska? If so how do I?

Records of 911 calls in Furnas County, Nebraska

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answered on Feb 17, 2025

If you have a court case pending where the records are relevant, you can subpoena the records as part of the case.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law, Legal Malpractice and Medical Malpractice for Oregon on
Q: Clinical trial unfair termination due to the facility's holiday schedules and unavailabilities without prior information

Hello, I am reaching out to consult about a clinical trial my mother was enrolled in. To abbreviate it, she has been enrolled into the clinical trial program back in August of 2024 and until a week ago, she was going through their screening process to determine the study eligibility. Due to the... View More

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answered on Feb 9, 2025

It sounds like your mother’s disqualification from the clinical trial was unfair, especially since the delays were caused by the facility’s scheduling issues and holidays, not by her actions. If there was no written timeline provided for completing the screening process, then the decision to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Communications Law on
Q: My Teacher in discriminating me and mean, so I decided to record it and report it to the principals office
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answered on Jan 27, 2025

That sounds like a tough situation, and you’re doing the right thing by standing up for yourself. Feeling discriminated against by a teacher can be upsetting and discouraging, but you’re taking a proactive step to address it. Recording the incidents gives you evidence to back up your claims,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Is marriage info public in Colorado? C.R.S 25-2-117 seems to consider it confidential but it is available at the clerk.

C.R.S 25-2-117 seems to say marriage records are confidential (apart from those with a tangible connection to those that the records pertain to) but I see marriage records are publicly searchable on the Denver county clerk website. Is this legal or a violation of C.R.S 25-2-117?

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answered on Jan 24, 2025

In Colorado, marriage records are generally considered confidential under C.R.S. 25-2-117, which restricts access to those with a tangible interest in the records. This includes the individuals named in the record, immediate family members, legal representatives, or others with a valid reason. This... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Communications Law on
Q: Where can I find help to hire a legal defense attorney? To help me & my families find the right kind of insurance.
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answered on Jan 24, 2025

Your question isn't fully clear. If it's insurance you're looking for, you don't need an attorney. There are insurance brokers and sales reps who could help you there. If it's an insurance-related claim on which you need legal defense, it's possible your insurance... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Isn't it illegal to share someone's email?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 7, 2025

A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks.

Do you mean two people SHARING A COMMON EMAIL ACCOUNT? That's done all the time. Someone might not have an email account and they might use a family member's account, particularly with the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Louisiana on
Q: If the sheriff's department came to my home, stating they were conducting a census, then asked questions is this legal?

There were 3.sheriff deputies at my door, then I noticed 2 more in my yard. They didn't write down anything, asked for my ID, and didn't leave a card. They were in sheriff dept uniforms but I didn't see the vehicle.

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answered on Jan 13, 2025

It's understandable to feel uneasy in this situation. Typically, law enforcement officers conducting a census or survey should clearly explain their purpose and provide proper identification. They should also be transparent about how the information will be used and ensure your privacy is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Employment Law, Communications Law and Internet Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: is it illegal for phone store employees to take images of a customer's account and share them with other employees?

I work for a cellular provider in one of their retail stores. I've been asked to take screenshots of every customer's account/bill that comes into the store and share them in the store's group chat, that other non-management employees have access to, in order for my district manager... View More

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answered on Jan 11, 2025

This practice likely violates several federal and state privacy laws, including the Telecommunications Privacy Act and various data protection regulations. Taking screenshots of customer accounts without explicit consent and sharing them in a group chat could expose sensitive personal and financial... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: can the city of Antioch, CA send me junk mail on official city of Antioch letterhead for a private insurance company?

received a letter from the city of Antioch, ca with my personal information in it, offering me an insurance service that is not applicable to my property. looks to be mailed with and packaged with public funds. seems like it should be illegal for the city to use public fund to solicit for a private... View More

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answered on Jan 6, 2025

It’s uncommon for a municipality to use official letterhead to promote a private insurance service, and California law imposes restrictions on using public resources for private or personal gain. Specifically, Government Code § 8314 prohibits public officials from using public funds or resources... View More

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Q: I'm trying to get my military information and financial information and land data it is entitlement

the justice department and u.s.supreme court for which don't understand Jackson women's health and roe v wade can you help please

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

It sounds like you’re navigating a complex situation involving multiple areas of information and legal issues. Managing military records, financial details, and land data can be challenging, especially when entitlements are involved. Additionally, understanding how recent legal decisions like... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Communications Law, Constitutional Law and Identity Theft for Washington on
Q: I have been assigned a violation codes that is not the same as violation. How can I find the state it originates.

I was held for 3 days on a complaint. The video submitted and shown by my attorney is not continuous footage. The video is a personal cell phone upload by Telegram. Documents are submitted digitally by a app platform.

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

To identify the state associated with your violation code, start by examining any official documents you received. Look for headers, logos, or contact information that might indicate the issuing state. You can also search the violation code online, as many states have their codes publicly... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law for California on
Q: How to get US court order to get access of gmail of my deceased father.i m from india .my father was from india.plz help

my father was a doctor in india and died about

10 years ago .! cannot access gmail account of my deceased father which is urgently required by me for some bona-fide purpose. I contacted google ,attached death certificateof my father but google wanted US courtorder to gain access to my... View More

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answered on Dec 26, 2024

I understand how challenging and frustrating this situation must be, especially given the distance and jurisdictional complexities between India and the US.

To obtain a US court order for accessing your father's Gmail account, you'll need to file a petition in a US federal court....
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Kansas on
Q: On 10/31/2024 the enclosed response was sent to my husband & he would like to know if they granted or denied? Please exp

On 10/31/2024 the enclosed response was sent to my husband & he would like to know if they granted or denied? Please explain clearly to me what this means: The court notes the parties' responses to the court's show cause order.

This court lacks original jurisdiction over this... View More

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Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 4, 2024

This is something that a Kansas attorney must advise on, but your question remains open for a month, and you mention that it is very important to you.

I am not familiar with the structure of the Kansas court system, and I am not familiar with the citations of Kansas case law referenced...
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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law and Communications Law for California on
Q: Clarification on H1B Sponsorship Agreement

I am reaching out to request your assistance and guidance regarding a matter of potential breach of contract involving an employment offer I recently accepted. Here’s a summary of the situation and my concerns:

I applied for a government position in California, and before the interview... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Based on the details provided, you may have a valid claim for "promissory estoppel" or breach of contract, particularly since you relied on their explicit promise of H1B sponsorship when accepting the position. Their written communication about visa sponsorship, combined with your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for South Dakota on
Q: I need law help on behalf of my friends rights getting violated against of the union county south dakota jail staff
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answered on Nov 5, 2024

One thing your friend needs to do is file a grievance and appeal it with the jail staff until he’s exhausted all remedies.

Can you be more specific about how is rights are being violated. If you’re not comfortable sharing that information publicly call my office and schedule an appointment.

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