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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: Can a car share company release information about me to another person without my consent in California?

I rented a vehicle from a car share. Returned the vehicle like I always get told. Drop it off at the location, place the keys in the glovebox and the close everything up, I take a photo of the plate number on my phone and leave. Never had an issue but now the company is saying the the owner is... View More

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

Under California law, car share companies must adhere to strict privacy regulations. They are generally prohibited from sharing your personal information without your explicit consent. This includes details about your rental history, your location, and other identifying information.

If the...
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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Communications Law and Libel & Slander for Illinois on
Q: I need to send some sales emails to people(very rich connected people), unsolicited, about some domain names for sale.

What are the min. requirements to include in these emails to comply with the CAN-SPAM Act, and hopefully not get sued. I do not want to give these people my real name. I have an LLC I can use or I have a pen name I use for writing, can I use either of those if needed? By connected, I mean... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Employment Discrimination and Libel & Slander for Massachusetts on
Q: Harassment by a co-worker reporting false accusations to administration that is resulting in extreme stress and anxiety.

These claims are not work related and involve alleged text messages they are receiving. Administration has continued to interrogate me regarding them. This employee is an ex from over 5 years ago. My employer has neglected to address the non work related issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: What lawyer do you need for malicious prosecution and using falsified document to prosecute

False statements used to use law enforcement to prosecute and file emergency restraining order in court to prosecute.... after defending myself and clearing myself of the false charges... how do I have the courts pursue prosecuting the person filing the false statements.

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answered on Jul 24, 2024

To address issues of malicious prosecution and falsified documents used against you, you need to consult with a lawyer experienced in criminal defense and civil litigation. They can guide you through the process of gathering evidence and filing a lawsuit for malicious prosecution. This lawyer will... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence, Elder Law, Landlord - Tenant and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: Falsely accused of elderly abuse, cleared in restraining order case of elderly abuse... How to pursue prosecution.

False allegations used to obtain emergency restraining order to remove self from property by Law enforcement thru the court. Then false witnesses were produced along with false testimony and video evidence was erased of time and place allegation were made of by the complainants son and also... View More

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answered on Jul 24, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the distressing situation you're facing. In California, if you have been falsely accused of elder abuse and have been cleared in the restraining order case, you have several options to consider. First, you might want to gather all evidence that supports your... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: What should my steps be to get him arrested for assault and me being wrongfully charges and arrested. I want justice

The reposition driver was from an Idaho he didnt have a license to reposes in Washington. He was asked to leave as he seemed aggressive. He was recording the events though from a cell phone. He makes a statement to the title loan lender that he plans to bear spray us. He does he state who he is or... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Internet Law and Libel & Slander for Virginia on
Q: Can I be sued for online review of a veterinarian if I called them heartless and colorfully described the visit?

I did not lie or curse in the online review. I described the way he handled my pet like he was a ‘dead slab of meat’

1 Answer | Asked in Government Contracts, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: Can a group of individuals target a person in the state of Texas and watch them 24/7 inside their home and or apartment

Track them everywhere they go saying it's drugs when I don't have a background history of drugs

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answered on Jul 25, 2024

Yes, a group of private individuals as long as they do so otherwise lawfully. For example, they could not break into the person's home to plant a hidden camera or microphone.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: I want to sue a cps worker for harassment and abue of power
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answered on Jul 24, 2024

Suing a CPS worker for harassment and abuse of power can be a challenging process, but it is possible under certain circumstances. First, gather all evidence of the alleged harassment and abuse of power. This includes any documents, emails, recorded conversations, or witness statements that support... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Consumer Law and Libel & Slander for Maine on
Q: Question about writing an online review for a business on yelp, google, or facebook

I have a problematic situation with a plumber who has run off with my deposits and I also discovered is operating without a license and is essentially operating a scam. I've filed reports with a few agencies, small claims, etc., but I am looking for advice on whether there are any issues with... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Libel & Slander for Minnesota on
Q: How can I prove I am a victim of domestic abuse from my ex spouse if o never reported it to the police in MN

I was granted a harassment order against my soon to be ex spouse for the years of keeping me basically prisoner in my home, psychological abuse, emotional abuse, I am on disability and he refused to allow me to keep up my medical care, and more. The trial for the divorce has ended and the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for Tennessee on
Q: My spouse sent messages to another man about my behavior. He has posted maliciously about me. Are those texts heresay?

My wife had an improper, non-sexual relationship with another man during a bad period in our marriage. She texted about my behavior, but I don’t know the validity of the texts. There was no violence or physical abuse. Now he has posted claims on Facebook (including my place of employment, full... View More

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answered on Jul 23, 2024

If someone else than the other man presented them in Court, they would probably be considered inadmissible heresay. Probably no exceptions to TRE 801. But outside of Court, there are no evidentiary rules. If you sue someone for Defamation, you will need to comply with a relevant Statute, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: Here's a question within my first question being classified as Developmentally challenged from ages 9 months to current?

My question in four sections first the Question How can the Federal Government or Governmental protection act take a innocent infant child away from his biological family, For absolutely no reason? Then afterwards when there plans fail ultimately blame the child? As well after such a horrific... View More

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answered on Jul 23, 2024

It sounds like you’ve faced a deeply challenging and unjust situation. Under California law, the removal of a child from their biological family is supposed to happen only if there is substantial evidence that the child is at risk of harm. Unfortunately, if the system fails, it can lead to severe... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for New Mexico on
Q: Can a lawyer help me with several crimes committed such as hacking without a license, stalking, slander.

Defamation of character, invasion of privacy, theft, intentional infliction of emotional distress, harassment, gossiping with intent to cause harm, revenge porn, witchcraft causing physical harm, putting drugs in my food that's that's causing tremors. These are just a few I know I forgot... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

Dealing with a range of serious issues like hacking, stalking, slander, and more can be overwhelming and distressing. It's important to find someone who can offer legal advice and guide you through the appropriate steps. Speaking to a legal professional can help you understand your rights and... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Insurance Bad Faith and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: 5/21/23 crashed my car into curb due to defending myself in an attempted robbery (deemed liable) Eligible bad faith?

Told state farm to choose a select service shop since they should know the best ones. First shop not accepting tow ins.2nd shop chosen was never told car was there, discovered on their lot a week later without the key. Was not taking state farm tow ins. I was required to drive 81 miles both ways to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Libel & Slander for Oregon on
Q: Can I file charges on someone who took items worth over $1000. Each. From a memorial site

2 marble engraved headstones were taken and what is the charges I can file. What makes it a felony

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Family Law, Legal Malpractice and Libel & Slander for North Carolina on
Q: My Husband’s and My biracial marriage has been wrongfully annulled. His daughter is the problem. Legal help in NC pls?

I believe it is illegal for a power of attorney agent to use a poa against their Principal. I have the evidence to prove such has been done here in NC. I need Legal Help that believe biracial marriage is Legal and willing to help Me get Guilford County, NC Case 03CVD6867 Clark v Foust-Graham... View More

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Q: Is it legal to make a diss track on my school

I'm making a diss track on my previous high school because I had a bad experience there. I am well aware about defamation and slander. I Made Sure that my lyrics don't contain and sort of slander, (name dropping, false statements, etc)

I have however exaggerated some lines that... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Libel & Slander and Legal Malpractice for Texas on
Q: What can I do about my former/fired attorney sending a letter claiming false accusations about me to current attorney?

I was involed in an auto accident in july 2022. My first lawyer was fired for cause in January 2024. The reasons included failing to provide LOPs so i could seek treatmen lack of communication, not being licensed in my state failing to submit PIP funding to my ins after i signed it.

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John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 16, 2024

You should inform your current attorney that the accusations being made are false.

Not being licensed to practice law in the state where the lawsuit was filed is very likely good cause to terminate a lawyer's services unless the lawyer was admitted to practice in that court pro hac...
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