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0 Answers | Asked in Communications Law and Internet Law on
Q: Can I use short commercial media clips in my online ads to illustrate a point?

The classic clip of "Lucy and Ethel in the Chocolate Factory" from the I Love Lucy show is the perfect metaphor for a problem I solve for my clients. I would like to use part of it in a video ad. Since multiple versions of the clip can be found (and downloaded) all over the internet, what... View More

0 Answers | 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.

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0 Answers | Asked in Communications Law for Arkansas on
Q: Curious to what I’m expecting to court for a harassing communications charge

I’m a first offender and I’ve never been in trouble with law enforcement before.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Communications Law for Alabama on
Q: Missed court date due to illness, ambulance and hospitalization. Can I get the bench warrant vacated?

This is for a charge by my prior landlord of harassing communication that is FAR FROM TRUTH. I have nothing else on my record and I am 58 yrs old.

0 Answers | 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

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.

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Communications Law and Employment Discrimination for California on
Q: Clarification on H1B Sponsorship Agreement

I am requesting an 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 position in a California government. Before the application, they explicitly... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Communications Law and Federal Crimes for Massachusetts on
Q: Do I have a COA? I submitted a complaint to the FTC, but they'll only use the information in general, not on my behalf.

Shutterfly, without my authorization, basically set up an open "portal" to over 10k photos on my phone found in 18 different apps-- Google Photos, Cloud, Camera, even Reddit. I never, ever would allow any person or company to do this- there are screenshots of medical reports, financial... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Communications Law for Florida on
Q: I've moved to another state and attempted to register my vehicle in such state. The state needed a copy of the title.

It's been over two months and the state only allows you to receive two temporary tags for the vehicle. Now the temporary tags are expired and they have yet to send the information to the new state dmv. Now my vehicle is unusable. My son is autistic and has three appointments a week, nor can I... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law and Education Law for Arkansas on
Q: My son goes to a charter school. They just issued “yonder pouches” for cell phones to keep locked away during school.

This is nowhere in the handbook and I feel as tho it’s not quite legal for them to lock away a phone that I technically own and pay for. Last week they didn’t unlock it for him and we had to break into the pouch to get his phone out. Is what they’re doing legal? I’ve had several issues with... View More

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answered on Oct 24, 2024

It's understandable to feel concerned about your son's school policy regarding cell phones. School administrations often implement rules to minimize distractions and maintain a conducive learning environment. However, the specific method they use, like locking away phones, should... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Landlord - Tenant for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is it illegal for my roommates to intercept and return my mail to senders, claiming I no longer live there?

I still physically reside at the address that is my mailing/billing address. I have for years. My roommates want me to move out and have refused to give me access to the mail that is delivered, the mailbox key, and have returned every letter and package I have gotten for the last year or two. They... View More

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answered on Oct 20, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation with your roommates. It must be very frustrating to have your mail consistently intercepted and returned.

Interfering with someone’s mail is generally against the law. In many places, tampering with another person's mail can lead...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Collections and Communications Law for Virginia on
Q: How can I dispute personal property taxes for a car that wasn’t registered at all during that time?

A lien was placed on my bank account for personal pretty taxes, to which the communication was sent to an address I am not associated with at all so I had no knowledge of the lien being placed against me.

The car also hasn’t been registered in VA since 2022 and was unregistered for two... View More

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answered on Oct 7, 2024

To dispute the personal property taxes, you need to gather all relevant documentation that shows the vehicle was not registered during the period in question. This could include proof of non-registration, your current residence outside Virginia, and any relevant records showing the car was not in... View More

Q: How does the law apply to commercial record requests, if used as part of a broad market research & Data analysis?

Can info gained from Public Record Requests be used in broad data gathering research to later be used for commercial purposes, if it is not disadvantageous, OR is advantageous to the organization providing the data? Would it make a difference if the organization knowingly provided the data?

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

When using information obtained through public record requests for broad market research and data analysis, it's essential to adhere to applicable laws. Public records are generally accessible to the public, but their use for commercial purposes may be subject to specific regulations. Ensure... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation and Communications Law for Florida on
Q: I'm selling my property in North Miami Beach for 90.000$ but brokers turned me down with fake Liens of 31000$ .

Brokers received calls saying "do not sale". I have no mortgage. I need your help to sale the property and closing.

Barry W. Kaufman
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answered on Oct 4, 2024

Getting help online doesn't cut it. Nobody should buy or sell Florida real estate without retaining a real estate attorney to help make sure everything is done correctly. Hire a lawyer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Constitutional Law for Michigan on
Q: If our boss is listening to our conversations through a camera without our consent is that legal?
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answered on Oct 2, 2024

It's understandable to feel uneasy if you suspect your boss is monitoring your conversations without your consent. In many places, employers are allowed to use video surveillance in the workplace, especially in common areas like offices or hallways. However, secretly recording audio can be... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Collections, Communications Law and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: I was told I would get my car back as soon as an investigation was finished but they sent it to a tow yard instead!

My car had been involved in a car accident and I was told the police needed to keep my car for investigation purposes but said I would get it back as soon as possible and that they are responsible for the fees. Well a couple months pass and I call them because I havent heard anything. I was told... View More

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answered on Sep 30, 2024

You may have a case against them. Consult with experienced debt collection defense attorneys in the state where this occurred. Use the Justia search tool to find an attorney. https://www.justia.com/lawyers

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Communications Law and Internet Law for Michigan on
Q: Under the TCPA, would it count as an autodialer if a list of numbers is randomly generated but a human manually dials?
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answered on Oct 11, 2024

If you manually dial numbers from a randomly generated list, it typically does not qualify as using an autodialer under the TCPA. The key factor is whether technology is used to automate the dialing process. Since a person is actively involved in placing each call, it avoids the automated criteria... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Education Law for Kansas on
Q: Can I record but not tell everyone I'm recording?

I live in Kansas and my son is having problems at school with a teacher. I'm wondering if I put a recorder in his pocket if he has to tell the teachers that he is recording this meeting.

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

In Kansas, you are allowed to record conversations as long as one party involved consents to the recording. This means that if you or your son are part of the meeting, you can legally record it without informing everyone else present.

However, schools might have their own policies regarding...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for Oregon on
Q: How hard would it be to sue a news network for political misinformation? I understand the repeal in 1987.
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answered on Sep 25, 2024

Suing a news network for political misinformation can be difficult, primarily due to strong legal protections for free speech. In the United States, the First Amendment often shields news organizations, even if they present biased or inaccurate political content. The repeal of the Fairness Doctrine... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Communications Law and Internet Law on
Q: How complicit are donation websites and host registrars/host providers in crimes?

Given that said website is aware that its user is using the donations or hosting respectively to commit a crime or host an illegal website, is that website prosecutable?

For more of an example, I'm asking this because of Subscribestar(adult), and how it has accounts made by websites... View More

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answered on Sep 25, 2024

When a donation website or hosting provider becomes aware that its platform is being used for illegal activity, its potential legal responsibility depends on how it responds. If they have been notified about criminal behavior, they are expected to take reasonable steps to investigate and, if... View More

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