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0 Answers | Asked in Internet Law and Securities Law for Texas on
Q: What determines jurisdiction for the victim of a crypto scam whi hopes to recover losses?

Us registered wallet with Texas address(Coinbase).

Physically outside the US when scammed (saw video on YouTube directing to website).

0 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Internet Law for North Carolina on
Q: Can I write a song about the plot of a visual novel? Do I need to get permission from the author in order to publish it?

I tried to be as vague as possible in describing things, but sticking to the events in the storyline. The characters do the same things, but I do not mention their names.

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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Internet Law for Tennessee on
Q: Is it a crime to say something hypothetical like if I did rob you I’d shoot you in the face and be done with it

The guy was talking about how America belongs to native Indians snd how it was stolen from them and I replied if I stole your car it would be mine so that battles long over it belongs to Americans now then he replied with you’d get shot so I responded with this statement I do realize it might... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Internet Law and Trademark for Florida on
Q: Is a fictitious name registration required for Florida LLC's when they only use it for marketing?

I just registered an LLC in florida which has a different name than the name of my website. Do I have to register a fictitous name for that website name, even though I'm not using it for any formal business interactions like contracts and banking?

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answered on Oct 25, 2024

Yes, in Florida, if you operate your LLC under a name different from its official registered name, you generally need to register a fictitious name. This applies even if the alternate name is only used for marketing, branding, or displayed in your logo. Registering ensures that the public is aware... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property, Internet Law and Copyright for Louisiana on
Q: Is it legal to take a recipe video from instagram and use an AI bot to create a recipe list from said video?

Would allow users to copy a link to the video and then paste it into the app, the AI would generate a shopping list and recipe steps to make said dish.

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answered on Oct 24, 2024

AI generating the shopping list and recipe steps from the link to the video: whether or not this is considered copyright infringement of the contents of the video or "illegal", will depend on if using the AI generative tool in this way will be considered Fair Use of the content of the... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Copyright, Intellectual Property and Internet Law on
Q: Can other companies track, map and time people’s runs or do strava cover this? If they do, how come MapMyRun etc exist
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answered on Oct 21, 2024

Tracking, mapping, and timing people's runs through an invention or product would need to include an inventive step, that moves beyond an abstract idea(s), to be considered patent eligible. Tracking, mapping, and timing people's runs can be achieved through existing systems and in some... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Internet Law for California on
Q: Is there a lawyer that specializes in invasion of privacy by computer Spyware done by a discord moderator.

Was hacked by a YouTubers co host/ discord moderator and I want to sue or continue with pressuring charges. The youtuber has a company/llc that is registered under their legal name and i know they have the co host is under his payroll.

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answered on Oct 20, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. In Corona, CA, there are attorneys who handle cases involving invasion of privacy and cyber-related issues. You should look for a civil litigation lawyer with experience in internet law to discuss your options.

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0 Answers | Asked in Internet Law for Arkansas on
Q: How do I get a court order to take control of a deceased family member Facebook account?

My niece was recently found deceased under suspicious circumstances. Someone is logged in to her Facebook account.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Internet Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Ancestry.com continued to charge my bank account $32.99 for 9 months after I had cancelled it.

My husband purchased 1 month ancestry and I cancelled it at the end of the month. They didn’t charge me for January but started charging me in February through October of this year. I have spoken to them many times and everyone of them has told different lies. My bank even said that ancestry... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Internet Law for Indiana on
Q: If a (now ex) kept putting up callout accounts on you, knowing it would cause you panic and fear, harassment?

My now ex, kept making callout accounts on me, saying that they were going to post about me, fully knowing that this is something that causes me immense fear. At the time I didn’t know it was them doing it. The accounts never posted anything about me other than saying there was going to be a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law, Employment Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Florida on
Q: How to remove personal legal information about myself from internet
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answered on Nov 4, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. It's very difficult to remove personal information these days. There are companies that deal with individual privacy and security - you could reach out to them. Some of them affirmatively attempt to remove... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Communications Law and Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: Can i get a protective order from a different county then the one i live in?

My daughter is being harrassed by her ex (babys father) He's texting multiple times in a row calling names telling her she doesn't deserve to live hopes she kills herself. Says hes taking her baby when its born. Got a harassment warrant issues but protection order denied twice. He brags... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Identity Theft and Internet Law for Arkansas on
Q: what to do when holder of old website domain keeps it active leading people to believe they are doing business with me?

We purchased a resort business on March 28th, 2024. The existing website had numerous issues, so we decided to create a new one from scratch. We requested the original website developers to take down the old site and transfer the domain to us, but they have not responded. They continue to keep the... View More

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

First, consult with a legal professional to understand your rights regarding the domain and intellectual property. They can help you send a formal cease and desist letter to the former developers, demanding the transfer of the domain and removal of the old website. Additionally, report the domain... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law for Indiana on
Q: Is it illegal to look at an ex’s public instagram? Or look at the outside of a private instagram account?

Done without contacting the ex. Just to check nothing is being posted about you. Not following the private instagram, just looking at the outside of it.

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

Viewing an ex’s public Instagram profile is generally legal since the content is available for anyone to see. You can browse their posts, stories, and public interactions without violating any laws. This allows you to stay informed about what they choose to share publicly.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Internet Law for Indiana on
Q: Is it illegal to search for somebody’s new instagram account after they moved accounts?

Not to contact the person or send messages. For the purpose of avoiding an ex online.

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

Looking to find someone's new Instagram account to avoid online interactions is generally not illegal. Public profiles are accessible to anyone, and searching for them doesn't typically violate any laws. However, it's important to respect privacy settings and boundaries set by the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Intellectual Property and Internet Law for Illinois on
Q: Should I send my letter to Facebook’s headquarters or their legal department about access to download my info

from my terminated / disabled account?

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answered on Oct 8, 2024

If you want to download your information from a terminated or disabled Facebook account, it's best to reach out directly to their legal department. They handle requests related to account data and can guide you through the necessary steps. Sending your request there increases the chances it... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Internet Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can I file a lawsuit against Dictionary.com for not letting me know that the grammar coach will be disabled?

I lost my scripts from the grammar coach.

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answered on Oct 6, 2024

You may feel frustrated by the loss of your scripts and lack of notice regarding the Grammar Coach tool being disabled on Dictionary.com. However, filing a lawsuit over this situation could be challenging. Generally, companies outline their terms of service, which often include disclaimers about... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law on
Q: I was wondering can I take out my mug shot of the internet if my case is closed? Out of the internet ONLY ?

Case is aggravated assault, family violence, child's abuse.

Only to remove on the search of internet?

If so, what do I have to do?

If not, thank you

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

I'm sorry you're going through this. Yes, it is possible to have your mugshot removed from certain websites even after your case is closed. Start by identifying the websites where your mugshot appears. Many sites have specific procedures for requesting removal, so visit their contact or... View More

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Q: Can you get in legal trouble when you insult someone on Instagram in another country?

They had a fight over war on and the person from Germany called the other person from the UK 4-5 times a 'nazi' and 'zionist' etc.

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

Yes, you could potentially face legal consequences for insulting someone on Instagram, even if it happens between individuals in different countries. Laws regarding defamation, harassment, and hate speech vary widely between nations. For instance, Germany has strict laws against hate speech and the... View More

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