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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Identity Theft, Social Security and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can an individual be compensated for use of their info?

If an organization takes an individuals credentials to create an entity that generates revenue and income, is that individual entitled to some type of compensation?

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on May 2, 2023

It depends on the specific circumstances and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the individual resides. In some cases, individuals may have legal rights to compensation for the use of their personal information, particularly if the organization is using the information for commercial purposes... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Identity Theft, Small Claims and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: I had got a loan from title max an there was a breach

I had got a Letter saying that someone hacked there there system all took all my personal information an my social id address account everything not just me thousands of people an on top of that it's been going on for 3months before they let me know what can I do about that an another thing I... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 11, 2023

It doesn’t sound to me like you have any damages from the privacy breach. If TitleMax has any account numbers or passwords, they notified you so you can promptly change them.

Yes, you still have to repay the loan. Title loan companies are “lenders of last resort” meaning that the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation, Identity Theft and Estate Planning for Texas on
Q: (Texas law)I am disabled physically and my sister had taken over my trust how could i file charges and get my trust back

Halen is the wills name my grandmother left me this. In the will that was probated in 72 it says my estate will be left to (myname) as i was the only child when she died. in the estate it includes around 45k acres of land 5-15 million dollars and in 89 my father was my estate guardian and got... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 8, 2023

The settlor of the trust (in this case, your grandmother) chose the trustee and any substitute trustees in the event her first choice (presumably your father) does or is removed for cause. From your question, it sounds like your sister was the first substitute trustee selected by your grandmother.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: Someone used my ssn to get a car loan, was wondering if i could sue the car lot that approved it
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 8, 2023

The car lot looks like the victim of the crime. Without more facts, I can’t say you have a valid cause of action against the car lot.

You may, however, be able to successfully sue the individual who used your SSN to get the loan.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Identity Theft, Social Security and Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: I wanted to know if I could file a lawsuit against an apartment leasing company that allowed someone to open a lease

Under my name without my consent while a credit freeze was placed in credit reports?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 23, 2023

Absolutely . But it may not be necessary.

Send the leasing company a letter demanding that it acknowledge that it allowed some to open a lease in your name without your consent and cc the landlord on that lease. Detail the evidence you have that the leasing company knew it wasn’t you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Identity Theft and Small Claims for Texas on
Q: If an inmate is sent a package (iCare) and gets out before he receives it, is there ground to sue if they forge name?

On December 21, 2022, I ordered a care package for an inmate in Fort Bend County. The inmate was released before receiving the package. However, instead of issuing refund, iCare stated he received and signed for package. They sent me an email with a forged signature. They refused to issue a refund.... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 17, 2023

Yes. You can sue them for the forgery. You will have to prove who exactly did the forgery which may prove to be difficult.

Your damages are $37.82. So I would not expect an attorney to take the case on a contingency fee. You will have to do the cost-benefit analysis yourself.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: Can anything be done in regards to my ex stealing money from my bank account?

Just curious what can be done. My ex girlfriend (been apart 6 months) had my bank card info stored in some apps we used while together. Last week she suddenly decide to use it to steal $120 out of my account and send it to her new boyfriend via Cashapp.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 9, 2023

You can sue your ex for withdrawing money from your bank account without your permission.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: I like to get unemployment insurance.corona
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 25, 2022

I am not sure what you are asking, If you have covid you are not entitled to unemployment

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Consumer Law and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: Can the Civil Action not match the case that was filed
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 18, 2022

This question is too unclear to intelligently answer. You should consider rephrasing it

2 Answers | Asked in Identity Theft and Divorce for Texas on
Q: Four and a half years ago my best friend of 4 years and boyfriend and I decided to have a common law marriage,

We went to the Court annex and he didn't tell me he didn't have an idea and he actually had a ticket warrant and so we couldn't get a regular marriage license. So we decided to use a common law marriage. We both announced on our Facebook pages. He introduced me to all of the... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 2, 2022

If you chose to record a declaration of common law marriage instead of getting a marriage license, you can and should file for divorce under the circumstances you describe. You have two years from the date you stopped living together as spouses to file. From your description, that sounds like it... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Legal Malpractice for Texas on
Q: Where can I find a super attorney to handle my case. Theft, lies, and attorneys who helped steal my family's oil and ga

oil and gas wells in Texas. I have proof, where can I find an attorney that can help us get everything back plus interest?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Nov 21, 2022

You should look here in Justia for an experienced attorney board certified in civil litigation with a background in oil and gas litigation and in real estate litigation, ideally located in the county (or an adjacent county) where the stolen oil and gas wells are located.

Obviously, this is...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: I was given a letter saying im the target of an investigation.. and I need help

the case involves my previous employers.

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Nov 20, 2022

Retain a lawyer asap. This could be criminal or civil,

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Banking and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: My roommate came home yesterday with cashiers check made out to him with his name misspelled the cashiers check was for

$34,000. The next morning he took it to his boss to get advise. His boss told him to just go home and then meet him at his house at 2pm and he (the boss) would take him to cash it. At some point the boss told my roommate that he would give him $1000. So he then comes home and tells me everything... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Sep 19, 2022

Roommate needs to find a new boss. Don't cash check or he will be in jail

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Business Law and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: I am not sure what type of lawyer would help me with a negligence case that does not involved physical injury.

I am a real estate professional. I just recently discovered that an Appraisal Management Company which also does Broker's Price Opinons, had approved application from someone claiming to be me. The imposter was using my inactive real estate license to illegally perform BPO's. The imposter... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 1, 2022

This particular type of dispute falls into the area of law known as professional liability. If you have a Real Estate Professional Errors & Omissions Insurance Policy, you should report the claim made against you to your insurer, who will most likely provide a defense to you.

Because...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: My daughter was injured in a collision years ago. Someone filed a lawsuit claiming they represented her

My daughter's medical records were "missing" after a car accident making it difficult to get medical treatment. Our family found out someone filed a lawsuit claiming to represent her personal injuries. They used someone else's identity with the same fist and last name. Now years... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jun 26, 2022

Contact the lawyer who filed the lawsuit and file a police report .

1 Answer | Asked in Probate and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: I need a lawyer in an inheritance and identify theft case. So probate and a family lawyer as well
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answered on Jan 27, 2022

You can click Find a Lawyer above and search for lawyers in your area by areas of practice.

2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Criminal Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Is there someone that can be held responsible for the headache this charge has caused me?

About myself: Besides a dismissal back in 2006 for Driving with Invalid License, and now this case, I have no other criminal history.

Recently, I was arrested due to having a warrant for one charge that was due to 2 hot checks I supposedly wrote at HEB, back in 2018.

I was confused... View More

Michael Hamilton Rodgers
Michael Hamilton Rodgers
answered on Jan 9, 2022

Generally, a person has to pead guilty or "no contest" (which is the same thing as pleading guilty) in order for them to be placed on probation. And if you pleaded either of those, I'd say you are really out of luck. Then I would ask why you would do such a thing knowing you were not... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: Why would a company deny a consumer access to records that involve identity theft?

If your identity was used to file a liability claim and theres an account for compensation in your name, how do you get the claim file for law enforcement when the company is refusing to cooperate?

Michael Hamilton Rodgers
Michael Hamilton Rodgers
answered on Nov 22, 2021

You shouldn't have to get the claim file yourself. In fact, you probably should not get it yourself. What you do is report the theft of your identity to your local law enforcement agency, giving them all the facts which you are aware of. It is law enforcement's job to follow up on your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: We can do a payment plan

This is in San Marcos not Houston

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answered on Aug 16, 2021

This question is vague, however, I can answer by saying most lawyers do have payment plans. The hard part is for the client to show they have good credit, and a way to make payments.

Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Banking and Identity Theft for Texas on
Q: My bank fraudulently approved another who stole $65,700 from my savings. They won’t return. Much more
Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Aug 6, 2021

Contact law enforcement if you believe a crime was committed. Contact a civil attorney if you want to file suit for return of the money.

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