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I'm considering using a website called removepaywalls.com for personal and educational purposes, which directs users to the Internet Archive, Wayback Machine, or archive.today to access archived versions of various articles. I'm interested in understanding the legal risks or consequences... View More 
I use CashApp to gamble and receive money through Bitcoin. My account was locked three weeks ago, despite having completed the verification process as requested. CashApp created a case number but has not responded to my inquiries or provided any updates. I’m concerned about the delay and its... View More
I have a mobile game, "Annoying Uncle Punch Game," which has been available on the Google Play Store for 8 months. Another publisher has released a game titled "Annoying Uncle Punching Game" on the same platform. We have not registered any trademarks or copyrights for our game... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2025
Since you have already been using the name in the marketplace, your best first step is typically to file a federal trademark application. Normally, if you were using the mark in commerce prior to the other party, you would send the other party a cease and desist, informing them they are infringing... View More
I want to sue an unelected official, his team of computer hackers, and the Presidential administration for illegally accessing government computer systems and obtaining my personal information, including data held by the Social Security Administration. The agencies have admitted their data was... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2025
You surely realize you are not alone. How do you differ than anyone else?
I am a victim of a cryptocurrency scam. I received an email claiming my bank was charged for Norton virus protection, which I never ordered. The scammers offered me a refund. I didn't provide personal information. How can I recover my money and address this scam?
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you went through this—these scams are designed to be convincing, and many people fall victim to them. The fake Norton refund scam is a common tactic used to trick people into sending money or granting access to their accounts. Even if you didn’t share personal information,... View More
I plan to start an online store selling t-shirts through print-on-demand platforms like Amazon, Printify, and TeeRepublic, while operating remotely from outside the U.S. I will manage the catalog and payment setup, with shipping outsourced and handled by providers directly to customers.
I... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2025
That's a great idea! Amazon and other U.S. based platforms will apply U.S. law which includes the U.S. copyright period, which ls longer than in many other countries. For works created on or after January 1, 1978, copyright lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years. If it's a work... View More
Can I sue this lady homeowner Denise ?
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answered on Apr 10, 2025
If someone is trying to have an affair with your mother, it can feel deeply personal and painful. But when it comes to the law, things get a bit more complicated. In most places, you can't sue someone just because they want to commit adultery, even if it's with a close family member.... View More
In February 2022, my Coinbase account was blocked for security issues. On March 16, 2022, during a call with a Coinbase representative named John, he opened a new "pro account" without my authorization and transferred $14,000 worth of bitcoin from my account. I'm already pursuing... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this. Having your account compromised, especially when large amounts of money are involved, is incredibly stressful. Given the timeline and the specific actions taken without your permission, you're right to be pursuing every available option to... View More
I often see threatening or inappropriate comments on Instagram/Facebook, and I take screenshots of these comments and send them to the person's family or partner if that information is publicly available. I don't make any further contact beyond sending the screenshot. While I haven't... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
Sending screenshots of public comments to a person’s family or partner can potentially raise legal concerns. While the comments might be publicly available on social media, sharing those screenshots could be considered an invasion of privacy or harassment, especially if it causes distress or harm... View More
My friend created AI-generated deepfake images of someone, which he feels deeply remorseful about. He did not distribute them and has since deleted all the files, ensuring no traces remain. However, he is concerned about the possibility of legal repercussions, such as facing jail time, if the... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2025
In Arizona as of April 2025, there is no law prohibiting the creation of deepfakes, only their distribution. This advice assumes that the subject of the deepfake was 18 years or older, and that the deepfake also appears 18 years or older. So your friend should be safe.
I discovered after the death of my ex-romantic and art partner that much of his artwork was based on my photography and social media posts. I want to publish his art alongside the references he used, but I am concerned about the legality of including certain images.
Some of the photographs... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2025
1. Using Referenced Images for Commentary or Analysis
Including the original reference images alongside your ex-partner’s artwork for the purpose of commentary, critique, or scholarship can potentially fall under Fair Use, especially if:
The inclusion transforms the original... View More
I accidentally stumbled upon an illegal website on my phone while watching legal adult content at home. I didn't interact with the contents of the illegal site and immediately closed it. I also received a notification when I accessed the website. Could I face any legal consequences for this... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2025
In the United States there is no pervasive surveillance of what websites that you visit, so it is unlikely that anyone will ever discover that you visited this website. But the fact that you immediately closed it also helps you. Although there are no circumstances in which possession of child... View More
I ordered three Safe Cards on March 27, 2025, and have been unable to get information about the status of my order or when I will receive the cards. Despite writing three emails to support@safecardshield.com, I have received no response. The payment of $59.98 was made via PayPal, but they advised... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2025
It’s frustrating when you’ve paid for something and can’t get a response from the seller. Since you've already tried contacting the company multiple times with no luck, you're right to take further action. Start by logging into your PayPal account and opening a dispute under the... View More
I viewed leaked OnlyFans content on a public forum without interacting or downloading it. The content was shared without the creator’s consent. Can I get into legal trouble for just viewing this content, even though there were no legal warnings on the forum and I haven’t been contacted by any... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2025
No, there is no legal liability on you for viewing leaked OnlyFans content. The only exception would be if the model was underage, but since OnlyFans checks IDs of its performers, this is unlikely. The legal liability that exists here would be on the person who uploaded the content, not on those... View More
I have an old, deactivated iPhone left behind by my ex, which still has her Apple ID signed in. We have no contact, and I have not been granted permission to access the device. I recently found out she was cheating on me. Is it illegal to access this device under these circumstances?
answered on Apr 4, 2025
Yes, there are computer crime laws that prohibit a person from “Intentionally and without authorization or by exceeding valid authorization, access or cause access to be made to a computer program, computer, computer system, or computer network.” This could be used to lay charges against you... View More
I am concerned about ensuring our email marketing practices comply with the CAN-SPAM Act. We plan to obtain email addresses through scraping from public sources and purchasing lists, and we intend to send marketing emails to people who have not explicitly consented to receive them. We plan to... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
No, sending marketing emails without consent does not necessarily violate the CAN-SPAM Act, but your current plan raises serious legal and ethical risks. The Act doesn’t require prior consent, but it does require that you follow strict rules—such as not using deceptive headers or subject lines,... View More
I live in New Jersey and I'm dealing with unauthorized access to my Google and Apple accounts. Despite taking steps to secure my accounts, there is still unusual activity, as indicated by notifications from both companies. I need a lawyer in California to help file a civil document to retain... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2025
If you're dealing with unauthorized access to your Google and Apple accounts and need to file a civil document in California, your first step should be to find a lawyer who handles digital privacy or civil litigation cases in California. Even though you live in New Jersey, the issue likely... View More
I pay for two cell phone lines under my account. A family member, who is over 18, uses one of these lines. There are no formal agreements; it was offered for cost-saving purposes. I'm considering installing parental control software, like mSpy, on the device. Is it legal to do so without their... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2025
Since they are over 18, no. As an adult they have a reasonable expectation of privacy. mSpy can be used to perform covert surveillance, including surveillance of conversations without the consent of at least one party. This could result in you inadvertently committing a felony. In addition, if it... View More
I need assistance with a situation involving my daughter’s ex-boyfriend, who keeps logging into her Snapchat account without permission. Despite changing her password, he somehow manages to change the recovery email or phone number to his own. We've reported this issue to Snapchat without... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
It sounds like a deeply concerning situation, and you are right to seek help. If your daughter's ex-boyfriend is repeatedly gaining unauthorized access to her Snapchat, this could potentially qualify as harassment or cyberstalking. Depending on where you live, you may be able to pursue legal... View More
I was recorded saying the n-word without my consent, and the video was posted on Instagram. Despite reporting it to Instagram, I am facing ongoing verbal harassment online, and it's impacting my life. I haven't contacted the person who posted the recording, but I know who shared and... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
If you are facing harassment after the video was posted without your consent, you have several legal options. First, document all instances of harassment and save any communications that show the ongoing verbal abuse. This evidence will be crucial in case you need to take legal action.
You... View More
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