You may be reported by Snapchat to the authorities and they will decide whether to take it further or not. Make sure that you have the details of a local criminal lawyer on hand just in case you need it. If the police contact you, do not speak to them. If they ask to come into your home, do not... View More

This is more likely than not to be a scam. There are several hallmarks of a scam that you have described here.

First, your relationship with them is only in an online forum. You do not know these people and they only know what you have told them about you. If you have done something... View More

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answered on Jun 14, 2025

It’s understandable to feel uneasy after a tense exchange like that, especially when it involved legal threats. But based on what you’ve described, the fact that four months have passed without any legal communication is a good sign. If the other party were seriously considering legal action,... View More

The proposed version of SB 20 incorporates the following definition of obscenity contained within the Texas Penal Code.

"Obscene" means material or a performance that:

(A) the average person, applying contemporary community standards, would find that taken as a whole... View More

You could be implicated in conspiracy to commit a crime or aiding and abetting cybercrime, even if you didn't commit any hacks yourself. This could include wire fraud and money laundering crimes, or crimes under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) for trafficking in stolen credentials.... View More

I strongly sense that this is a scam. Buying and then immediately selling cryptocurrency would not stabilize the crypto market especially with a 30% commission coming out of every transaction. If anything, it would disrupt the market and contribute to its volatility. The amount of the... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

What you're considering might feel like the only way to speak out, but it's important to know that there are legal risks involved — especially when you're naming individuals and organizations publicly. Even if the Instagram account is anonymous, platforms like Instagram can be... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

Your landlord using photos of your rented home that clearly show your personal belongings—and especially items with your name visible—without your consent is problematic. Generally, landlords have the right to take pictures of the property for advertising, but this usually applies to vacant... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

In Texas, sending a review request email without an opt-in process may violate spam laws, particularly under the CAN-SPAM Act, which governs unsolicited emails. The law requires businesses to have clear consent or an established relationship with the recipient before sending promotional or... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2025

I’m really sorry you went through this—these scams are designed to be convincing, and many people fall victim to them. The fake Norton refund scam is a common tactic used to trick people into sending money or granting access to their accounts. Even if you didn’t share personal information,... View More

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answered on Apr 2, 2025

Your business concept raises important intellectual property considerations that warrant careful navigation. When creating designs inspired by musical artists' aesthetic styles, you must balance creative expression with legal compliance across three key areas: copyright, trademark, and right... View More

You should hire a forensic electronics security expert to check out your phone, your computer, and your internet router. They should be able to detect if there is any sort of tracking software installed on any of your devices and remove them. They should also be able to provide you with updated... View More

With or without legal assistance, you probably cannot remove it.

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answered on Apr 8, 2025

If you're trying to remove past convictions from Google search results, the first step is to see if the original source can be taken down. This means contacting the website that published the information—like a news site, court database, or blog—and requesting that they remove or update... View More

You theoretically can sue those responsible if the cyberbullying, harassment, and stalking satisfy the elements of a cognizable legal theory of recovery.

These tend to be very difficult cases to prove. In addition to proving the bad acts and exactly who committed them, you should... View More

Yes, “deleted” WhatsApp communications can be recovered and used as evidence in court proceedings.

I have a feeling that somebody wants to replicate what Mossad did to Hamas, but I don't have the answer to your legal question. This is a sufficiently odd transaction, there may not be an answer as it may implicate the laws of other nations and any advice might require knowledge of what and... View More

Your understanding of the CAN-SPAM Act is flawed. You actually can send out cold intro emails without prior consent, but the Act requires such emails to meet certain specified criterion. Among other things, the email must indicate that it is an advertisement and must have an... View More

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answered on Jan 27, 2025

Reselling Japanese Pokémon cards in the U.S. can be legal, but there are a few factors you need to consider. When purchasing from a Japanese wholesaler, ensure the products are authentic and sourced legitimately. Counterfeit goods or items obtained outside of proper licensing agreements could lead... View More

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answered on Jul 20, 2024

Creating and uploading amateur pornography in Texas is generally legal, provided that all participants are consenting adults. It's crucial to ensure that everyone involved is over the age of 18 and has given explicit consent to be filmed and have the footage distributed. Failure to verify ages... View More