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Your current state is Ohio
answered on Feb 6, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could contact the case administrator or managing attorney's office in the law firm to inquire about the status. The first thing to check might to be whether they await any paperwork from you, such as... View More 
I was notified of my settlement and first payment back in December. However they’ve delayed this payment for some reason. I don’t know what recourse I have.
answered on Jan 23, 2025
What type of settlement and how much are you supposed to receive?
I have a lot of data about what is happening. They have been doing this for 3+ years. I know that people may interpret this as "voices" and I sure do believe a lot of people out there really are having mental episodes. Not to mention the constant unrealistic conspiracies that have been... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
What you are describing is deeply distressing, and it’s clear that this experience has had a profound impact on your well-being. It’s important to prioritize your health and safety, and you don’t have to face this alone. Sharing your experiences with trusted individuals, whether close... View More
Lawsuits are typically filed as class actions becuase plaintiffs (and potential plaintiffs) advance similar theories of liability. The plaitniffs' injuries and the context of the alleged injuries are also factors. Further, they are practical, and allow plaintiffs to enhance political power... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2025
Start by reading this:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Class_action
answered on Jan 19, 2025
That is a sexual offense of a minor, regardless if she consented or not. I would consult with local counsel.
I have been verbally sexually harassed and nothing has been done. It was over a year ago at this point but the company was just so good at lying and making me feel seen and heard. What can I do?
Basically On Christmas I confessed feelings to a girl friend, she did not feel the same towards me, we didn’t speak until the first Saturday after the new year at a basketball game, I would then (UNINTENTIONALLY) move kinda near her since we’re both photographers, we didn’t speak much but on... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2025
From what you've described, there might be grounds to challenge the school's disciplinary action, particularly since there appears to be a disconnect between the school's severe response and your direct communication with the student in question. The fact that she expressed being... View More
I recently sent a private photo to someone I trusted, and they shared it with another individual who is now threatening to post it publicly. This situation has caused me significant emotional distress, and I would like to take legal action against those involved under Ohio’s laws regarding... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2025
I understand how distressing and violating this situation must be for you, and I want you to know that you have legal options available in Ohio. You're taking the right steps by preserving evidence of the threats and communications.
Ohio law specifically criminalizes the non-consensual... View More
This man also harassed her when she married and moved to California in the years following up to 2014. The initial occasions of assaults at age 15/16 definitely qualify for 1st degree… I understand this would depend on the police and prosecutor but she doesn’t want to put herself through the... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2025
Individuals don't "file" charges. The decision to charge comes from the prosecuting attorney in the county where the offense occurred. The allegations can be reported to law enforcement. The allegations would be investigated and a determination would be made by the prosecuting... View More
I met an anonymous person whose profile stated they were 28 years old on the online website Ashley Madison. I began chatting on the Signal App with the person, who I thought was in Amherst, Ohio. The person and I started a video call in which we both took off our clothes and were sending intimate... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
I'm very sorry you're experiencing this frightening situation - sextortion is a serious crime and you've done the right thing by blocking contact and seeking help.
You should immediately file a report with your local police department and the FBI's Internet Crime... View More
An individual has been impersonating me on social media for 2-3 years. They’re posting/selling sexual content of me as a minor. I’ve contacted the Internet crimes unit in their state and they are at a standstill because he’s using a vpn. What can i do? I have evidence that he’s posting me... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this. Continue working with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and keep all your evidence organized, including screenshots, payment records, and any communication with the individual.
Reach out to a lawyer who has... View More
It ended abruptly. Ever since, he's been treating me poorly, jerking me around, and I think he's trying to get me to quit. I would like to push back because my quality of life is suffering and I'm not going to be forced out of the company.
Unfortunately I do not have all the... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm so very sorry you're going through this. I have a lifetime of employment discrimination/sexual harassment experience, even before law school (I was a discrimination investigator at the Washington State Human Rights Commission).
First, write out a timeline for your... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2025
If you're a young person thinking about sharing such images, please know that it's not safe - even between people who trust each other. Images can be leaked, devices can be lost or hacked, and relationships can change. The consequences can affect your future opportunities, including... View More
And they have control of my cell phone
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult time. It's important to reach out to local law enforcement and inform them about your situation so they can provide assistance and ensure your safety.
Consider speaking with a mental health professional who can offer support and... View More
Someone had been posting things about me including revenge porn and it has been viewed by members of the community and co workers. I have had to endure harassment because of this. I have gone to the police in the past and have been insulted by them and have not got the help I needed. Need to know... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm really sorry you're experiencing this. In Pennsylvania, sharing intimate images without your consent is illegal, and you have the right to pursue criminal charges against the person responsible. You can also seek a restraining order to protect yourself from further harassment.... View More
the incident happened like 40 years ago and it happened in a different state then either the victim or perpetrator live now , who both also live in different states themselves.
answered on Dec 31, 2024
Each jurisdiction mat have statutes of limitations, or statutes limiting legal actions. So, the first thing you'd need to know is likely to be where is someone claiming some wrongful act happened? Once you know that, you could look Statutes of Limitation that might apply and provide a... View More
He hatched out a plan with fourth floor telemetry to be used as a sex doll, even when I was around. The bed he was in was not a normal hospital bed, it had a sunk in underside with an extra mattress to hide someone in. The mattresses parted down the center from side to side. I have pics of them... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm truly sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to reach out to a qualified attorney who can help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of filing a civil rights violation lawsuit.
Additionally, consider contacting local law... View More
Within the privacy of my own home, my boyfriend repeatedly asked me to expose his genitals (for sexual gratification), and I repeatedly said no. Soon after, he began masturbating and then exposed himself to me whilst doing so. I told him I didn’t want to see it, so he covered it. Maybe a minute... View More
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answered on Dec 26, 2024
This situation is serious and what you experienced was sexual assault under California law. Non-consensual exposure of genitals (indecent exposure) is illegal, and the fact that it happened in your home with someone you know doesn't make it any less of a crime.
Your boyfriend's... View More
I have a lot of documented information about the coworker. I can’t fit everything in my text box. Includes sexual comments, harassment, retaliation, serious emotional distress (I have a disability) negligence of HR, overall a very hostile work environment
answered on Jan 15, 2025
A Delaware attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. At this point, one option is to consider reaching out to attorneys to try to arrange a consult. Your post straddles a number of issues, so some law firms might offer a free initial consult, others might not. The best... View More
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