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I had an online membership subscription that I cancelled but found out later that they continued to charge me. I emailed them when I found out and they said they would refund me for the false charges. But now they will not respond to my emails. They are located in Florida and I am in Ohio.
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answered on Oct 11, 2024
Start by gathering all your records related to the subscription. This includes confirmation of your cancellation, bank statements showing the charges, and copies of all emails you’ve sent and received. Having thorough documentation will strengthen your case.
Next, consider sending a... View More 
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In Ohio, if you have a learner's permit, you can drive to school and work, but you must follow specific restrictions. You need to be accompanied by a licensed adult who is at least 21 years old, seated in the front passenger seat, at all times while driving. This applies to all driving... View More
The owner of the community "locked" my account so when I try to login it says No Active Account. But it's MY MONEY that I PUT IN THERE, do I have any leg to stay on with this? It's basically theft of $600 in my eyes. I've emailed him and asked him nicely to allow me to... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
You have every right to feel frustrated and concerned about this situation. When you deposit money into an online platform, you trust that the platform will allow you access to your funds when needed. Blocking your access without a valid reason or a chance to withdraw your assets can be viewed as... View More
i was warned for the telecommunications harassment for 3 texts, i then made a facebook post with public record information. did i break the law ?
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answered on Aug 6, 2024
You received a warning for telecommunications harassment due to sending three texts. Sharing public record information on Facebook is a different action, but it could still have legal implications.
Whether you broke the law depends on the nature of the information and your intent in posting... View More
Example: A 14 year old having vaginal imagery in a painting.
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
This is a sensitive legal question involving minors and sexual content. Here are some key points to consider:
1. Laws around minors and sexual content can be complex and vary by jurisdiction. In general, there are concerns about protecting minors from exploitation.
2. Artistic... 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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answered on Feb 25, 2024
No, a durable power of attorney document that is printed off the internet would not have any indication it was prepared by an attorney at the bottom of it.
Durable POA forms found online are generally basic templates or sample documents that individuals can print and fill out themselves.... View More
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
In Ohio, if you attempted to order something online and received a notification that the customer is blacklisted, it means that your name or some identifying information associated with your account has been flagged in a database as a potential risk or has been prohibited from making purchases.... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
It sounds like you encountered an error message stating you have been "blacklisted" when trying to place an online order. Being blacklisted in this context typically means you have been banned or blocked from making purchases from a particular retailer or through a specific payment... View More
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answered on Nov 23, 2023
Under Ohio law, specifically O.R.C. Section 1345.02, which deals with unfair or deceptive acts or practices, most businesses operating in the state, including AT&T's Internet division, are subject to these regulations. This law applies broadly to consumer transactions and is designed to... View More
Some desperado name carried requested I got Freedom act paper mailed to me and a ticket number for Sony music on my email address please I have victims of a lot of problems from Disney music private program
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving potential government agency infringement in the realms of music and art, possibly related to copyright or intellectual property issues. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) of 1988 allows for the request of federal agency... View More
My ex posted an indirect threatening tiktok about shooting ur ex and recently posted a tiktok exposing my full name. Is there anything I can do seeing I don’t feel safe for me or my child now
answered on Feb 16, 2023
You can file for a temporary protective order stating that you are being threatened and fear for your well being from social media posts. Print them out, head to the courthouse.
We previously worked for a Chicago-based Marketing Agencies developing websites. We're wondering now if we can display those websites in our portfolio legally. There was no written agreement with the agency. We're worried about getting sued if the agency sees those websites in our... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2022
If there was no written agreement with those agencies, then you retain the copyright in the materials that you created for them. They have the right to use the websites, but you actually own the copyright. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local intellectual property attorney to review the... View More
I recorded someone making a bomb threat in a class room and posted it. I am now being charged with the first degree misdemeanor telecommunications harassment. Am I guilty of this charge? I did not say anything in the video at all. I was also suspended 5 days for Filming. I am a minor by the way.... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2022
Your guilt or innocence here turn on your intent. If you were a party to making the threat, that is, if you made the video with the intention of helping this other person communicate their threat, then yes, you are guilty of telecommunications harassment. If you made the recording with the... View More
I am on probation and am just wondering.
answered on May 24, 2021
It depends on the facts of the case and underlying charge. The short answer is probably yes.
He can access the recordings online!
answered on Mar 29, 2021
Businesses are free to employ surveillance in most parts of the business. They cannot do so in changing and bathroom areas, or showers at places like gyms.
answered on Jun 29, 2020
You should not be discuss pornography with minors online even in a joking fashion. Nothing is likely to come of this but you could be accused of contributing to the delinquency is a minor or a couple of other things.
Someone cut me off in vehicle in an Arby’s parking lot, stopped in front of me and wouldn’t let me through, so I had to lay on my horn to get them to move. After they moved and began flicking me off, I had to follow them around the corner because it was the only way out that I knew of. They... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Yes, they could possibly find your address or track you down. This sort of thing is how road rage escalates to tragic outcomes - even blowing your horn, or especially gesturing at them, could be dangerous. Everyone is tense. Do not engage with other drivers in traffic. Avoid eye contact. They... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2019
Your ex can talk to the prosecutor but at the end of the day it’s the prosecutor’s call whether or not to continue the prosecution.
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Shouldn't people on social media such as fb have rights to there account. Even though you don't directly pay fb they allow adds that are forced on you and there collecting money because of you seeing them. So your essentially making money for fb and should be at minimum... View More
answered on May 28, 2019
Their ability to make money through your use is precisely why you are able to use it for free. Other paid platforms and services give you more rights and control. With that said, you still do retain a copyright in any picture or content you post (to the extent it’s your original — or licensed... View More
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