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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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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Louisiana on
Q: How to protect inheritance under Louisiana law from being moved out of country?

My father passed away at a Florida assisted living facility while still a legal resident of Louisiana (filed state taxes and has property in Louisiana). His widow has now removed my sisters and I from the original community property will using a Florida attorney. She is attempting to liquidate... View More

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Oct 23, 2024

You need to hire an attorney or attorneys who are familiar with both Louisiana and Florida successions/probate laws. Your immediate action is essential to being able to protect your family's rights. Your question is much too complicated and involved for a forum such as this. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Business Law and Mergers & Acquisitions for Louisiana on
Q: If a lawsuit filed in Texas declares money is owed to plaintif; how does plaintiff collect said money?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 21, 2024

Depending on the amount of the judgment should determine whether or not you should consult and hire a lawyer to assist with the collection of the judgment. That said, if the defendant does not voluntarily pay the judgment then you need to collect on it by seizing his property, for example, a bank... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: Do I need to file a motion after the opposed files a motion to strike in louisiana

I filed a motion to remove administratrix and they filed a motion to strike down I need to file anything else in louisiana

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 22, 2024

My advice is that you contact an attorney in your area to consult with the attorney about the specifics of your matter---both things filed are most likely going to result in a hearing before a Judge so it is best that you have legal representation.

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1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice for Louisiana on
Q: My maritime lawyer lost/stole my original Federal Captain Coast Guard Licenses. They never showed up when I changed.

I don't think I can even renew or go to the Coast Guard wo representation bc there is a problem with fraud and selliing of licenses. There were also my original ss card, birth certificate, etc. After 50 years as a Captain, this is all I have to show for my career.

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Oct 21, 2024

From your question, I get the impression that you provided your attorney with your licenses and personal documents, and he has failed to return them. If this is the case, you can contact the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (www.ladb.org) and seek their assistance is recovering your documents... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can you please point me in the right direction as to what needs to be done?

My sister is currently incarcerated in Lafourche Parish, she was arrested on May 30, 2024. She was supposed to be released after the final paperwork was done to participate in drug court. The same day she was supposed to finalize all that is when Terrebonne Parish decided to place a hold on her for... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 17, 2024

More information is needed here and there may be some key tidbits which are necessary to properly answer this but short version is that it seems you have to get Terrebonne to lift the hold----we do not know what the underlying charge which resulted in the FTA in Terrebonne, however it is my... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: If a police officer pulls someone over for traffic violations can he stall while waiting for a K9 unit?

I was pulled over for a rear view mirror violation and I suspect I was profiled but he took my license and sat in his car for 10 or 15 minutes and told me his computer runs slow (actually he had called for a K9 unit) and he kept stalling until the k9 arrived.i wasn't intoxicated and he... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 16, 2024

My advice is to hire an attorney to represent you in this matter----if you can avoid a conviction on your record then you should try to do so. Good luck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Louisiana on
Q: Our previous partner didn't fulfill contractual obligations and decided to dissolve partnership, next steps?

After providing multiple verbal feedback that partner was not fulfilling their contractual obligation, a formal complaint was submitted in efforts to inform partner of multiple breach and give time to make corrections. After submission, partner submitted to dissolve partnership.

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 16, 2024

More information is needed here and my recommendation is that you gather your parnter agreement/paperwork and set up a consultation with a business lawyer to discuss whether or not the dissolution can occur and/or what each partner's rights are at this time. Assuming this is a solvent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Louisiana on
Q: guys from a company want me to move. they come harras me every night. police know all about it is that ethics violation?

they shot guns by my windows.. they have chased away others and now the family and friends who work their now own it all. im next now.. how is this legal? they have gang members from other countrys here now all out at night

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answered on Oct 14, 2024

I'm really sorry you're experiencing this. Your safety is the most important thing right now. Make sure to keep documenting every incident and communicate regularly with the police about the ongoing threats.

Consider reaching out to a trusted friend or family member who can...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Louisiana on
Q: Last year I won a lot will gambling in Nevada, do I have to pay Louisiana state tax on my wins from another state?

I have win/loss statements from all of the casinos that show I lost $10,000 over the year.

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

Yes, you need to report your gambling winnings to Louisiana, even though they were earned in Nevada. Louisiana requires residents to include all taxable income from other states on their state tax returns.

However, since you have documented losses of $10,000, you can use these to offset...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: I have child custody and it's not going to good

The father is not complying with court order

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 14, 2024

Not enough information is provided here however if you have an attorney, then please contact your attorney to discuss this. If you do not have an attorney then you may need to hire one or you need to file something with the court pro se and ask for the Court to take action against the father for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Louisiana on
Q: has there been any Neuropathic communication cases about being exploited for money ever been settled in the state La.?

has there ever been mind chip cases about exploitation.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 9, 2024

A search of the Lexis database for the terms "neuropathic communication" and "mind chip" reveal no reported case decisions in Louisiana using either of those terms. I also searched for the more common terms "neurogenic communication disorder" and "brain... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: Is it legal for a police officer to lie to you?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 9, 2024

Unfortunately, yes.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can police order you out of vehicle parked in your own yard at gunpoint, for an investigation of theft across the street

Based of a telephone tip?

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answered on Oct 6, 2024

Police can order you out of a vehicle in certain situations, even on private property, if they have a reasonable belief that you are involved in criminal activity or that their safety is at risk. If they received a tip about a crime and believe you may be connected or possess information, they... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: I live here in Louisiana. I would like to file divorce with my husband bec he is a gambler and we have so much in debt.

He borrowed money to pay for his gambling and I can no longer keep up with the monthly payments. Now he want to sell the house in order to pay his loan. I don’t want anything to do with him anymore. It is stressing me out and he is pressuring me to sell the house. I feel threatened what he might... View More

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answered on Oct 5, 2024

I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult time. It’s important to reach out to a local attorney who can guide you through the divorce process in Louisiana and help protect your interests regarding the house and debts.

You have rights when it comes to property and...
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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Gov & Administrative Law and Legal Malpractice for Louisiana on
Q: My husband and I were rear ended in shv on 4/5/24 we have been represented for injury to insurance company. However the

Person who hit us was traveling over 100mph and was not ticketed or checked for substances: the officer said he didn’t have the heart to do either because he knew the offender and the man had liver cancer. The city of Shreveport had received several calls about the speeder and did nothing! We... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 6, 2024

I agree with my colleagues that you should reach out to attorneys in Louisiana. Free initial consults without obligation are customary in such cases. Something doesn't add up in your figures - three people in a vehicle in a 100-plus mile an hour collision and $6,500 being offered - is that... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: I am the grandmother and my son wants to give up his rights and give joint custody to me what should I do
Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Oct 1, 2024

An attorney who handles family law matters can prepare the pleadings to voluntarily transfer his custody rights to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Louisiana on
Q: My wife was involved in an at fault accident and was sent an affidavit. Don’t know what to do!!!

As the titles says my wife was in an accident in January, it is now October. We just got a letter from the other persons lawyer requesting that she sign an affidavit saying she wasn’t doing DoorDash or anything like that, however they never asked us that before and now we don’t know what to do.... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 10, 2024

A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Being presented with an affidavit from the opposing attorney is usually something that serves the interests of the other side - not yours. But that's only a general premise. One would need to see the wording... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking for Louisiana on
Q: Capital One bank requires you to give them your ID and full social if you’re making a deposit for someone else

If you don’t have an account with them. This is not a federal law nor does any other bank require this and if I don’t deposit cash I do not need to give them my social. They cannot tell me where on their website or where on the terms and agreements when signing up for an account that it is... View More

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answered on Sep 27, 2024

It’s understandable to feel uncomfortable about giving out your full Social Security number, especially for something like a deposit. You’re right that there is no federal law that specifically requires giving your SSN for a deposit, though banks do have policies in place to comply with federal... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Animal / Dog Law and Landlord - Tenant for Louisiana on
Q: Should I sue the landlord owner of property also

I have already told the whole story on line .. I'm elder . The landlord owner of property knew dog was there for years .. Is it lawful to sue both landlord and owner of dog . Both responsible

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Sep 27, 2024

Should you sue? My answer is that what you should do is contact a personal injury lawyer and set up a consult to discuss the specifics of your matter---most personal injury lawyers provide free consults so you should take us up on these opportunities----discuss whether or not to add the landlord... View More

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