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1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Contracts, Education Law and Internet Law for Missouri on
Q: This is a pretty difficult case. It includes 5 people, and the ultimate lawsuit is against ASU. I said no to arbitration

The case starts with discrimination and a huge negligence issue all the way to the Dean of that building. Then the VP of Student affairs emailed me several times (she didn't know I was cc'd) with three employees I don't knit l know, misrepresenting themselves as the President of ASU.... View More

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Dec 24, 2022

All I can discern from your post is the your child was the victim of some sort of discrimination based on sexual orientation and that you cannot afford to pay an attorney by the hour to represent her. I suggest you contact some attorneys who handle discrimination matters and see if anyone would... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Business Law and Internet Law for Illinois on
Q: If you already have an LLC and you create a new unique product - is it better to set up a new LLC to separate it?

I am wondering about legal protection and how it works with legal issues. If an issue surfaces and you have multiple LLCs do they all get called into court since your name as a member is on all of them - is there really any more legal protection with a LLC vs ones that already exist?

Demitrus Thomas Evans
Demitrus Thomas Evans
answered on Dec 23, 2022

No, the LLCs are separate, if you have kept them separate with different bank accounts, addresses, etc.

If your new product can be protected because of its new process (it does something that no other product does) perhaps your protection is not from the type of structure but in...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Internet Law and Social Security for California on
Q: Is it illegal to send someone's full name and pictures of them to an online chatting service (Discord)?

Basically, I want to expose this person for not being who they say they are. I want to call them a liar, post their full name, as well as some old selfies of themselves. This person is a minor (17)

They already have these pictures and their full name posted on a separate old account, but... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Dec 18, 2022

Anyone can be sued for anything..........but it doesn't mean one would prevail.

The bottom line is based on the truth........truth is a defense.

However, before you do anything, you may want to consult a local lawyer and share ALL the info with him/her.

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Constitutional Law and Internet Law for Texas on
Q: Is it possible to take legal action against a website that allowed the unethical promotion of a online casino?

I am an individual who is now struggling with a crippling gambling addiction that has ruined my life in every way imaginable in the past 6 months. I was first exposed to this online crypto casino via a live stream on a website where I watched entertainers stream themselves live playing video games,... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 19, 2022

Back in 2013, a group of class action plaintiffs lawyers met in Indianapolis to discuss the prospects of such litigation on a scale similar to the tobacco litigation.

Since then, a few smaller lawsuits have been filed that have typically ended unsuccessfully for the plaintiffs.

It...
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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Internet Law for California on
Q: What constitutes as the state in "doing business" for online business filing for a LLC? Owners in separate states too

I've read in some articles that the place to file an LLC is in the state you reside, even for online businesses. As you would need a foreign LLC to do business in the home state anyways if you filed out of state.

But what is the definition of "doing business"? Is it the... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Dec 17, 2022

Lawyers practice law so they can provide advice on questions just like this. Are you asking this question because you are only interested in LLCs, or do you need advice on how to set up an LLC and begin operating a business under one? This forum isn't here just to satisfy someone's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts and Internet Law for Tennessee on
Q: If I sign a contract-at school-agreeing that I will not post on social media about a person can I get in trouble if i do
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 3, 2023

A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If it's a contract with the school, it's possible that violating it could result in loss of privileges or some form of discipline by the school. Depending on what's posted, it's even possible... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, International Law and Internet Law for New York on
Q: Hello.

I want to create a VOD website for movies. The idea is that it will work as a fundraising site for artists, so That the projects will be presented to customers who will then donate to finance the production of the movie, once it is produced they will receive a copy of the film, to stream in our... View More

Daniel Michael Luisi
Daniel Michael Luisi
answered on Nov 30, 2022

It sounds like a crowdfunding campaign for a creative project in development, where the entrepreneur takes back orders before actually having the inventory to fill the orders. Check out kickstarter as a possible starting point. Many creative entrepreneurs have used it to successfully launch their... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: Is it legal for a person to possess many identities and fake documents on-line for public to see of fake patents.

I mean this person has 20 plus identities and he is possessing things online or trying to show that he owns things by creating fake documents for anyone who wants to look at them

Kevin E. Flynn
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Kevin E. Flynn
answered on Nov 14, 2022

This does not seem to be a patent issue. When filing a patent application, one needs to submit the true list of inventors. From your description, I don't think that this person has patents that were issued with fake inventors.

I am not sure what type of scam is going on here but...
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4 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Internet Law for California on
Q: My girlfriend was recorded peeing in the restroom by a man we know who he is, if I punch him when I see him can he sue?

She was at an event and the man stuck a camera under the stall and recorded her peeing, it she knows it showed her crotch and face together. They found out who it was at the event and we got security camera footage of him following her into the restroom. We intend to file a police report and... View More

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Nov 13, 2022

As gratifying as it might feel to smack this guy, it would be foolish for you to commit a crime to get retribution. Vigilante justice is against the law. Let the criminal and civil courts do what they do best.

File a police report immediately. The longer she waits, the more likely the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Banking and Internet Law for California on
Q: If a corporation knowingly or should have reasonably known used false documents to remove funds from my bank acct.

A USPS tracking number for a 12oz package that is not the item I purchased. Delivered to an address other than the address I provided was used to claim I had received my purchase that weighed 144lbs which is over the maximum weight limit of 70lbs for delivery by the USPS. Not receiving my purchase... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Nov 9, 2022

Certainly sounds like they screwed up.

However, I think the pivotal issue will be costs.

this is not the type of case most lawyers would consider accepting on a contingency.

thus you will be paying a lawyer for his/her time...and that is costly.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Civil Litigation and Internet Law for Michigan on
Q: Need help with Personal & Venue Jurisdiction with multiple parties during online car deal purchase

Purchased car online. Started with Dealer 1, car was at Dealer 2, Dealer 3 also in it & Dealer 3 is parent company of 1&2. Dealer 1&3 live in 1 state, Dealer 2 in 1 state and myself in 1 state. Dealer's 1&3 have branches in many states including mine. Dealer 2 is on Retail... View More

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Nov 6, 2022

You really need to find a lawyer; this is far more complex than you think it is. And if you try doing this on your own, without a full knowledge of the court rules and applicable case law, you are going to find yourself the recipient of a summary disposition, meaning your case will be over before... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Law and Internet Law for New York on
Q: Stripe hold my money for 18 months already on my social media agency account and I need help releasing the money

About 5000$ in hold

Daniel Michael Luisi
Daniel Michael Luisi
answered on Nov 8, 2022

I would need to review with you the documents on your account dashboard for the reason for the hold. Depending on what my investigation uncovers we may issue a legal demand letter to the Stripe legal department.

2 Answers | Asked in Internet Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: If you post an opinion on social media can it be slanderous

I posted a statue on social media with a disclaimer “in my opinion “ and now an attorney says it is slander because I misinterpreted the statue. And discredited his work on a filed Resolution

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Oct 23, 2022

Adding your opinion to something will generally not protect you against a possible slander law suit.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Domestic Violence and Internet Law for Illinois on
Q: I was charged with domestic battery but it was dropped to just a battery at the end. Why we’re my guns rights taken away

I wasn’t convicted of the domestic battery just convicted of battery

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Oct 21, 2022

Because that type of crime affects one’s eligibility to handle firearms in Illinois. Consider retaining a good defense counsel to dispose of the battery case correctly.

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law and Juvenile Law for Maryland on
Q: If Im being blackmailed for falsely soliciting a minor, does their information hold up in court?

I sent a small amount of money to this person for explicit content. They claimed in their bio that they were 18. I am now being blackmailed. I am 18/19. No pictures or videos were exchanged.

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Oct 18, 2022

This sounds like a scam. Do not send any money. Block them from your phone and do not respond to texts and e-mails. There have numerous reports of this scam.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Internet Law for Texas on
Q: What can I do to protect myself from the person who sexually abused me when I was a child?

When I was a 8 I put my older cousin away for molesting me. He's gotten a phone in jail from someone. My aunt and uncle told me he was getting out soon and I knew for a fact they would allow him in the house. His sister/my other cousin, was on the phone with him when I walked in the room and... View More

John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Oct 9, 2022

You should call or visit your local District Attorney's office. If he was in jail for abusing you, he is likely under court order now not to contact you. If not, the DA should request a protective Order from the court. If the DA will not help you, call my office, and I can help you get such an... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Business Law and Internet Law for California on
Q: Can I get in legal trouble for fees that I was not aware of and did not agree to?

I believe I have been scammed by Nutex, a crypto app. I tried to withdraw 1400 and they told me to pay 1400 as a safety deposit to comply with laws and it would be paid along with my initial investment. I did in my foolishness. They then told me I needed to pay 2000 to process it because it was... View More

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Oct 9, 2022

Speak with an attorney in your area about your options. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]

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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Internet Law for Texas on
Q: Is it legal to create a website on the topic of quotes? I'm thinking of starting a quotes site, with curated content.

The website would specifically be ALL about quotes. Inspirational, motivational, etc.

Erik Špila
Erik Špila
answered on Oct 3, 2022

Many websites use same concept and they always state the author of the sentence. This should be legal in most of jurisdiction throughout the world. However do not cite large portions of texts from the books.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Internet Law for California on
Q: I am being texted by my moms neighbor. I used to live there but moved out two years ago. I never have spoken to him.

I don't know how he received my number but he started sending me pictures and messages in a foreign language. I ignored all messages as I assumed they were from a mistaken sender until one day I receive a picture of the cars in front of my moms house. I google the number and we trace it to my... View More

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 22, 2022

I also think a restraining order may be a good idea given what you've shared. Given this is not a close family member, you'll need to speak with an attorney about filing a request for a Civil Harassment Restraining Order. Good luck. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law and Sexual Harassment for Florida on
Q: Someone is blackmailing me after receiving pictures of my exposed body. How do I handle this if they are Underaged?

This person sent photos first. Then threatened to expose me unless I sent them money? They did send it to one person without my consent already.

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Sep 21, 2022

By your opening admission, this is the bed that you made, so I doubt the Florida courts will get involved.

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