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Recently, I received a video of the 16 year old male saying he wanted to harm me. What legal actions should I take on this?
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answered on Jun 22, 2024
This is a serious situation that requires prompt action to ensure your safety. Here are some steps you should consider taking:
1. Document everything: Save all texts, messages, and the video as evidence.
2. Stop all communication: Do not respond to any further messages from this... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In general, it is a good practice for employers to obtain written consent from employees before using their photos on social media or for other promotional purposes, even if not legally required. This helps protect the employer from potential legal issues and respects the employees' rights to... View More
My ISP is one that is more hostile than most to the idea of expanding their services to rural areas. I happen to live in a rural area. The internet they offer is pathetic at 6MBPs down and less than 1 up, two people online at the same time can render it totally useless. I wanted to file a challenge... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
It's frustrating when an internet service provider delivers poor service but then claims not to serve your area. Technically, ISPs are allowed to stop claiming service to an area even if they are still providing it, which can happen for various reasons. This might make it difficult to file... View More
He was charged w a misdemeanor, Distribution of private images w/out consent. This was not the first time, but this time I had proof. He wrote a confession admitting to everything. When we go to trial, since he confessed, will he be convicted or can he take a plea deal & serve no jail time?... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Given the situation, your ex-husband’s confession significantly increases the likelihood of a conviction. However, he might still negotiate a plea deal with the prosecutor, which could result in a lighter sentence or alternative penalties like probation instead of jail time. The final outcome... View More
Whenever I communicate with the property manager, all of my private information is shared with the cosigner. I feel like my privacy is being exploited
answered on May 17, 2023
An Alabama attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's possible that the sharing is done because the developments impact the cosigner, who could be liable due to their capacity as cosigner in the matter. A local attorney could offer more definitive guidance... View More
a you tube program has published photos of me without my permission, It is illegal? I don't want them to use my image
answered on Jan 6, 2021
We all have a right of privacy, which includes our "right of publicity." However, if your image was taken while you were in a public place, and/or your image was only briefly shown, it will be much harder to assert your claim. Please consult with an IP/privacy attorney to fully assess your rights.
The CT shows one side is more dense than 6 months ago, the brain sinus hyperattenuations are not mentioned. Dr.'s do not or can not view radiological films, due to being 'overridden' by what the radiologist says.
answered on Jan 30, 2019
No medical professional, or other professional, for that matter, has free license to be careless. The premise is that they will act diligently, thoroughly, professionally, and exercise their best medical judgment in examining films and outlining their findings. Are some more thorough than others?... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2016
Not in Alabama, which is a "one party consent" state for purposes of wiretapping.
Woman had an affair with my husband. All three of us taught in same school at the time. I told her current department in her new school what she had done via email. She contacted police and a bench warrant was issued. She omitted the background information about the affair, if that matters. Pled... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2015
Talk to your attorney about the possibility of filing a suit for malicious prosecution, if that is available in your jurisdiction, or perhaps the jurisdiction that you were criminally charged.
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