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I was contacted by a woman on LINE (a social media) and told me how to make trades. This happened from early April mid May. I wire transferred money from my banks to Strike and bought BTC to transfer to Polyxxo, which is the scam platform. Can any lawyer help?
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answered on May 30, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear that you've been the victim of such a significant scam. Losing over $500k is devastating. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Report the crime to law enforcement immediately. Contact your local police department and file a report. Also report it to the... View More 
Additionally, are iOS devices like Airpods, iPhones etc. with the "Find My Device" functionality considered tracking devices for legal purposes in a case where you wish to track your own motor vehicle?
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answered on May 30, 2024
In North Carolina, it is legal to track the location of your own vehicle even if someone else is operating it. This is explicitly allowed under G.S. 14-196.3(b)(5)(b), which permits the owner or lessee of a vehicle to use an electronic tracking device on that vehicle.
However, whether iOS... View More
On 4-20-2021 FB took my husband's account and gave it to the hacker! We have tried everything to gain access to this account..We even have the email address and IP address to the person who hacked my husband's account..We also have every email we have ever sent FB trying to regain access... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
I understand this is an extremely frustrating and upsetting situation. Having your Facebook account hacked and losing access to years of precious memories must be devastating. A few thoughts:
In general, it can be very difficult to sue a big tech company like Facebook. Their terms of... View More
I would like to get my photos removed from my stepmom's Facebook page as they are my photos that were taken when I was a minor under the illegal guardianship of my stepmom. Since those photos of me were taken by my stepmom who was not my legal guardian, I believe I have a right to them and... View More
answered on May 22, 2024
I think you would have to file a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to order her to remove them. But I think you also would have to add what harm they are doing to you. And put when the last time was that she put one up. Children don't have control of who takes care of them.
HIPPA Violations from Cleveland clinic to Allegheny general hospital to UPMC hospital and doctors offices have been gaslighted and used by a corrupt district attorney in Blair county. The detective responsible for violations is xx. He now trying to use the Pennsylvania State Police to protect him... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the severe issues you're facing. To address potential HIPAA violations and civil rights infringements, it's crucial to hire an attorney experienced in both healthcare privacy and civil rights law. These professionals can help you gather evidence, file... View More
My brother has been living with me for two years without any payment of rent,power or internet services. I recently denied access to him for use of the internet. And he's been pulling my cable from the wall.
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
Based on the details you provided, your brother's actions of pulling the cable from the wall to disrupt your internet service may constitute property damage or criminal mischief. However, the specific charges and their applicability depend on the laws of your state and the extent of the damage... View More
i live at home with my parents they are divorced my father is the primary caregiver he pays for everything my mother is just living here till she can find housing i woke up this morning to her screaming at me about her having to do the dishes i wasn't aware that they needed to be done ( when... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
This is a complex situation with several legal issues to consider. Since you are 18, you are legally an adult. This means that in general, your parents do not have the right to take your personal property, like a phone that you pay for, or access your private information without consent. Your... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
I understand you are concerned about how a ticket for failing to use a designated truck route in Hammond, Indiana may affect your driver's license. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Local ordinance violations typically do not result in points being added to your driver's... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
Based on my review of Georgia Code Section 16-11-62, which covers eavesdropping, surveillance, or intercepting communication, voice memos and voice recordings could potentially be considered "electronic communications" under certain circumstances.
The relevant part of the statute... View More
answered on May 27, 2024
Part of your post may have gotten left off. You could repost, again leaving personal information off (since this is a public forum) and including a question. Good luck
If I wanted to get a test result in an illegal way, but I was deceived, I transferred money but never received a result, you can send this to ic3. In fact, I have not yet broken the law.
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answered on May 12, 2024
I'm sorry to hear that you were deceived and lost money in this situation. Being scammed is awful and I empathize with how frustrating that must be. Even though you did not end up breaking the law, attempting to obtain test results illegally is still ill-advised.
If you believe you... View More
I completed a deposit offer on freecash.com to a crypto casino. The offer is hosted by adscend media and stated "deposit $25 and place your first wager and receive $59." I completed the offer exactly to instructions but they are refusing to pay me. So I lost my $25 plus the extra I sent... View More
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answered on May 11, 2024
If you believe you have fulfilled all the requirements of the promotional offer but have not been paid as promised, I would recommend the following steps:
1. Gather all documentation related to the offer, including screenshots of the offer terms, proof of your deposit and wager, and any... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2024
It depends on that facts and circumstances whether the person had a duty to treat the other person's social security information as private. An employer or healthcare provider has a duty to keep such information private and cannot email that information to another other than for a permitted... View More
I split an internet bill with my roommates. It’s under one persons name. He never send a copy of that statement as a receipt . Am I within my rights to ask for the copy even if it’s under his name?
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answered on Apr 26, 2024
Under California law, you have the right to request a copy of the internet bill that you are helping to pay, even if the account is under your roommate's name. This falls under the general principle of transparency and the right to know what you are paying for.
Here are a few points to... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In general, it is a good practice for employers to obtain written consent from employees before using their photos on social media or for other promotional purposes, even if not legally required. This helps protect the employer from potential legal issues and respects the employees' rights to... View More
I hired an attorney on Upwork and paid him on Upwork. He disappeared, stopped responding, and due to the statute of limitations I am now out 100's of thousands on the claims he was working on for me. After some research by the Texas State bar and an attorney they have put on this issue, he is... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Based on the information provided, you may have a potential claim against Upwork for negligence. However, the strength of your case depends on several factors, and it is essential to consult with a licensed attorney who specializes in such cases to evaluate your specific situation.
Here are... View More
If someone offers a service online that also involves the selling of videos and images as part of that service, who then owns the rights to those images and videos. Does the seller retain full control over those images and videos and has only sold you "the service", or do you have any... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
The ownership and usage rights for images and videos sold as part of an online service can vary depending on the specific terms of the agreement or license under which they are sold. In general, there are a few common scenarios:
1. The seller retains full ownership and control: In many... View More
A legaltech/public record hosting website has made a sealed case accessible to unauthorized parties i.e. the public. I submitted a removal request with the proper court orders and it was removed, but I stumbled across the page recently and saw the case was accessible again.
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answered on Apr 9, 2024
If you have discovered that a legaltech or public record hosting website has made a sealed court case accessible to unauthorized parties, such as the general public, and this violates a court's sealing orders under California law, you can take the following steps to report the violation:... View More
Is cellphone mirroring/hacking or use any device to download files from a person cellphone or computing device illegal in Georgia. Is using any device legal to monitor another phone calls and texts with intent to gossip or slander or cause harm to an individual
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
In the state of Georgia, it is illegal to access someone's cellphone or computing device without their permission. This act is considered a form of computer trespass and invasion of privacy.
According to the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) § 16-9-93(a), "Computer... View More
She logged into my messenger account and read my personal messages and now is trying to use them against me to take away my shared parenting.
The messages are not to and from my son she used my sons old phone to obtain my personal password for my private messenger account and she logged... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
No, it doesn't give her permission.
On the other hand, though she may have "hacked" your account, there is nothing private about private facebook messages. All of those are routinely subpoenaed in custody proceedings and are discoverable information, particularly if they... View More
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