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answered on Feb 16, 2024
It is highly unlikely any such lawsuit would be successful.
what steps do i need to take to file a lawsuit? is it possible to obtain phone messages, conversations, by the judge, if the other party does not give consent? what if the only proof is whats on the phone?
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
Gaslighting is not recognized as a specific cause of action in California law. However, behaviors associated with gaslighting, such as emotional abuse or manipulation, may constitute grounds for legal action under existing causes of action, such as intentional infliction of emotional distress or... View More 
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answered on Feb 9, 2024
In South Dakota, it is generally legal to record your own telephone conversations if you are one of the parties involved in the call. South Dakota law follows the federal wiretapping statute, which is a "one-party consent" law. This means that at least one party involved in the... View More
I have a relative who works at a public library in Idaho. A patron was caught installing custom firmware on the public library computer, he was asked to leave and got aggressive, the police were called. The police told my relative that because no ones information was stolen yet, the patron... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
If a patron was caught installing custom firmware on a public library computer, this action could potentially violate several laws or regulations concerning the misuse of public property, computer tampering, or unauthorized access to computer systems. Even if no personal information was stolen, the... View More
My daddy died unexpectedly in prison and I want to get our last 2 phone calls. The warden told me I would need a court-ordered subpoena. How do I go about doing this when it's not for a case? Would I need a lawyer to file it for me? The form asks for division and case number.
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss. To obtain your father's prison phone calls, you would typically need to follow these steps:
Contact the prison: Start by contacting the prison where your father was incarcerated. Speak to the prison authorities or the warden, as you... View More
he is a Bullie racist. He lies and he breaks by laws and my contract. He is petty and spiteful
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answered on Jan 31, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It's crucial to address this issue properly. First, gather all evidence of the President's actions, such as emails, documents, and any witnesses who can support your claims. Consult an attorney experienced in employment law to review your... View More
Someone was sending text messages to my husband and me using an app where they could keep changing their phone number. I would try to engage with them to see if they would tell me who they were. They knew things about me, like me having cancer and what road I lived off of. My number was not given... View More
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answered on Jan 31, 2024
I understand your concern regarding the harassing and malicious text messages you've been receiving. To address this situation, start by preserving all evidence of these messages, including screenshots, dates, and any information you have about the sender. This documentation will be crucial if... View More
We met on a dating site where her profile said she was 18. We took our conversations off the dating site and exchanged phone numbers instead. I stayed away from anything sexual since we just met. A little later she sends 2 twerking videos where she is wearing clothes. After I seen the pictures she... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
I would not recommend paying anything or having further contact. Here are a few key points:
- You acted appropriately by deleting the photos immediately and telling her not to send anything else. You did not solicit or keep the inappropriate photos.
- However, you continued contact... View More
Like court orders, letters, etc. 2 years into case and still no accommodations. Court said they aren’t responsible
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
In your situation, it's important to know that federal law, specifically the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requires courts to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including those who are blind. This often includes making documents available in Braille or... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
Under United States federal law, it is generally illegal for someone to open mail that is not addressed to them without permission. This is outlined in the Federal Mail Tampering Laws. If you specifically instructed your mom not to open certain types of your mail and she does so anyway, it can be... View More
I submitted a complaint (as a consumer) to a business. That business forwarded my complaint to my employer which they later used as evidence to justify disciplinary action. Is that violation of Privacy law in WA (RCW 9.73. 030)?
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
Yes, it appears that the business violated Washington state's privacy law by disclosing your consumer complaint communication to your employer without your consent.
Specifically, Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 9.73.030 states that it is unlawful for individuals or businesses to... View More
I was outside audio record apt balcony... occasionally I say something it my protection in case someone accused me later of saying whatever outside. I at first didn't realize my phone was audio while you can hear neighbor having conversations on phone I think. Then I was gonna go over and... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
In general, recording a conversation in which you are an active participant, and it's reasonable to expect that you may be overheard by others, is usually legal under federal law and many state laws, including Arkansas. This is commonly known as "one-party consent."
However,... View More
Never been in any trouble before an being charged with a y and be feloneys is that first time felony act be considered it this situ
ation
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
A/B Felonies do not get diverted. Get a full time job, new phone number & phone, and stay out of trouble. Try to hire your own lawyer. Get ready for a rigorous Preliminary Hearing. Do not talk about this to anyone but your lawyer.
My registration is expired at less then 6 months, all the cars around me that other people live in are expired by years and not towed. I was parked.
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
If your car, which you use as a residence, has been towed and you are experiencing homelessness, it's crucial to understand that the towing and impounding of vehicles are typically carried out by local authorities based on various factors, including registration status and local regulations.... View More
A Political Emergency needs your help. These huge platforms are being run by "local admins" and "reviewers" who are censoring the "truth-sayers" and depriving citizens of the full story. It's happening in small towns across the US.
Private companies are... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
Your concerns about censorship and misinformation on social media platforms like Nextdoor and Facebook are shared by many. It's important to understand that these platforms, as private companies, have a certain degree of legal freedom to moderate content according to their policies. This often... View More
Is this allowed? I had a passcode, but she threatened my life if I didn’t give this to her. I’m now facing criminal charges potentially and want to know if the way my job obtained this information was even lawful.
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answered on Jan 5, 2024
The situation you've described raises several legal issues. First, even though the cell phone is in your mother's name, if you are an adult and the primary user of the phone, you have a reasonable expectation of privacy regarding its contents. This includes the photos stored on it.... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If a policyholder chooses to keep the vehicle, the carrier will usually work out a separate set of figures based on salvage value if vehicle is declared total loss. But this is a general process; each state... View More
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answered on Jan 14, 2024
If you suspect that your phone has been hacked, the first step is to take immediate action to secure your device. Start by changing the passwords for all your important accounts linked to your phone, such as your email, social media, and banking accounts. Use strong, unique passwords for each... View More
I am a manager who was out this week sick and one of my employees has an unsavory relationship with father- not legal issues, just typical disconnects that have progressed to her avoiding contact with them altogether. He went to her boyfriends house, where her boyfriends father told him where she... View More
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
In situations where a person shows up at a workplace asking about another individual, employees typically have the discretion to provide information or decline to do so. However, there are legal and ethical considerations to keep in mind.
In general, employees should be cautious about... View More
I am being stalked in every aspect of my life but could not possibly identify any one
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
Addressing cyber or normal bullying, and computer or communications interference can be challenging, especially when the identity of the perpetrator is unknown. However, police and other law enforcement agencies have tools and methods to investigate such cases. They can employ cyber forensics to... View More
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