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I was sent a notice on Etsy about copyright infringement but my design is different then what is being reported. I used different images and fonts. How do I respond to get them to over turn their decision?
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answered on Nov 18, 2021
This question is a very specific one, and will turn on the specifics of who is reporting what to whom, and what their and your designs are. Maybe Etsy has a simple process? Otherwise, I'd suggest that this can only be properly answered by an attorney in dialog with you, and not through a web form.
I currently reside with a relative who has demonstrated that they're taking great pleasure to aggravatedly stalk, harass and electronically surveil my everyday use (PC and Mobile) without my consent to do such things. Now because of the living situation, I just want to make sure my safety is... View More 
answered on Nov 9, 2021
If you get a protective order, your relative will be forced to move out of the household.
Basic idea: while browsing online, people come across others that appeal to them in some way (insightful post, match in interests, etc). Normally, a long process of scanning through their content is then needed, to see if they match enough to be worth further effort.
My idea is to create... View More
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answered on Nov 1, 2021
On the face of it, there is nothing in your proposal that would infringe copyright rights or constitute an invasion of privacy. None of the refinements offered in items 1 to 3 really affect the answer substantially. You will want to look carefully at Reddit's terms of service (including... View More
the guy shared the source code of my product to a competitor which should count as a damage, and I have screenshots of him admitting that he illegally redistributed the code. And I banned redistribution in my terms of sale
answered on Oct 25, 2021
Probably. It depends on several factors including your terms and conditions of sale.
Consult with an attorney.
I let my now ex girlfriend use my laptop so that she could use the internet for work purpose. She accessed my email, took photos of certain emails and has sent those photos to family and friends. The emails were personal (not illegal in any manner) and I did not give her permission to access my... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2021
Since you allowed her to access the computer without supervision and the images themselves are not illegal, then it is highly unlikely a crime has occurred. You might have some civil recourse against her for publishing without your permission. Those emails are your intellectual property. Libel and... View More
Which that person launched a DOS attack on the school disabling wifi. Now my child is being charged with a level 5 felony. Can this be true if he did not launch the attack?
answered on Sep 30, 2021
There is no such thing as "level five felony in Illinois", as Illinois has the following felony Classes: 1, 2, 3, 4, and X.
You must immediately discuss your minor's child criminal exposure off any public venue or fora with a competent licensed attorney as that situation has... View More
what can I legally do to stop a x from harassing me my family my friends and everyone else that I am related to. they have been harassing for close to 3 months I have asked them to stop repeatedly and took screenshots my family has asked them to stop repeatedly and they keep making you profiles to... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2021
On the front end, your best bet is going to be to contact local law enforcement to fill out a police report. If the problem persists, then there is a possibility of a civil lawsuit against the person.
I am in California. The house is in Ormond Beach Florida. The house belongs to a vile, mentally unstable woman that has bullied me and others online for almost a year. A friend in Florida offered to go by her house and take pictures. He ended up confessing to her that he took the pictures. I did... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2021
Generally speaking the taking of photographs of real property is not a crime. However you’re choice of words about the resident would give one reason to question your acts and motive. One last observation, you should be very careful about what you choose to put on the internet…all you have... View More
Cause the person who did this violated the no contact order and the bail revocation hearing is before the trial
This company is mostly about making entertainments videos, movies,dramas,films and musics which is what I aim to achieve on this company. That is why i want to know how I can register it. At the moment we are screwed. The company has more than 44 new volunteer applicants.
answered on Aug 6, 2021
It is unclear what your question or need is.
You need the assistance of an attorney to identify your next steps.
I have proof of him threatening me directly and through another person. He has harassed me on and off since I dated him a year ago. He harassed me and other girl last night and is not threatening to post said video as a way to keep me quiet about his harassment last night.
answered on Aug 4, 2021
Contact an attorney as well as file a police report regarding the harassment and threats, and consider potentially filing a VPO. There are specific statutes regarding this type of crime and it should be taken seriously.
In the US (specifically Arizona), if you create intellectual property (e.g. website, social media channels and 3rd party sales channels) as a volunteer (I was a volunteer in a business my husband was a co-owner in, I was not paid, wasn't asked to do create the IP nor directed in any way and... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2021
Depends on any communications or agreement.
Most likely any creation would be considered as a gift.
Depending on the value of the creation an attorney can advise you on what to do
It is widely known, that it is illegal, to copy articles 1: 1 from Websites and then publish them under your own name on your blog.
However, what about rewritten articles? To what extent do articles have to be rewritten in order to be safe with the copyrights laws?
answered on Jul 25, 2021
Depends. You need to consult with an attorney.
You can write about the same topics, but the words and order, the creation itself, needs to be unique, in order to be safe.
answered on Jul 15, 2021
While you may not be able to do much to force the school to take action, there is a criminal offense in NJ pertaining to cyber-harassment (found on this site by searching for 2C:33-4.1) and you could file a complaint at the police department against those bullying her under that statute. That said,... View More
I have text history of giving him this money but I’m not sure if that’s considered legitimate evidence. This man continuously ghosts me everytime after he promised he would get it to me.
answered on Jul 5, 2021
Yes, you can. Text history is a form of proof if it clearly indicates the debt and the other party did not dispute.
I found a catalogue mailed to my dads house. No postal stamp that I see. He was an EBay guy back in 98 to 02. I never knew of Isold.com. But a catalogue was mailed to his house with that in the name line. Could he still have controll of that name? Could it be sold to pay for his long term... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2021
alot of depends here. I think more facts are going to be needed.
best course of action would be to consult with an attorney
I am being sued for $10,000. For lost wages plus pain and suffering. The plaintiff has no proof of numbers. How does one show proof?
answered on Jun 16, 2021
Pain and suffering, like all elements of a claim, is shown via evidence, which comes in the form of testimony and documentation. Further, there is no calculable way to quantify pain and suffering--each case is different.
Is reading a children's book online legal as long as you aren't trying to monetize it? (New Jersey)
answered on Jun 7, 2021
Monetizing has nothing to do with copyright violation.
You should be careful and consult with an attorney.
My daughter had an Instagram (made her delete it) she’s 16 and wants to become a model. Someone approached her saying they were a company, everything was pretty suspicious from what i saw. She said she was interested and filled out a form asking about measurements, phone number, address, model... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2021
A contract with a minor is usually unenforceable and it doesn't seem like a criminal violation if they gave her the money (as opposed to her stealing the money). If she's contacted by law enforcement, reach out to a lawyer ASAP. I'm sure anyone who responds would be happy to help. Good luck.
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