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I stream on Twitch which is a platform where people can sub and donate to a streamer. I would like to run a giveaway for Christmas. To incentivize subscriptions, I wanted to give extra entries to those who subscribe to my channel. I know giveaways have to have a free method of entry. If I allowed... View More 
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
In Colorado, as in many states, the rules governing giveaways (often classified as "sweepstakes") can be complex, particularly when involving both free and paid entries. The key legal consideration is ensuring that your giveaway does not become classified as a lottery, which typically... View More
There is a video of Bill Belichick at a home shirtless going viral on the internet. Would he have civil recourse against the person who released it if the person was the owner of the home that rented it to him or another person? He comes out of the home and remains on the porch for the duration of... View More
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
If an owner of an Airbnb releases a video of a famous person, like Bill Belichick, who is on the porch of their rental property, the legal implications can be complex. The release of such a video may raise issues of privacy. In general, individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in... View More
I have been told to drive my car to my ex's home town when I am 6 hours away so I told my ex to come and get it from me I told my ex that I was not driving it back and he can come pick it up at a secure place with the keys in it.
Can I get charged for not returning the car to him. Can... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Tennessee, whether you can be arrested for breach of trust regarding a vehicle depends on the specific circumstances. If the car is registered in your ex's name, they are legally recognized as the owner, even if you have been making the payments.
Refusing to return the vehicle upon... View More
Hello! I was in a year and few months long distance relationship with a man from Saudi Arabia. He would send me money via PayPal and gifts through mail one time. Recently I’ve been feeling sour towards the relationship due to how he’s been treating me and talking to me. I’ve tried to break... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
In matters of personal relationships, gifts are generally considered final and do not need to be returned unless there was a clear agreement that they were loans or conditional upon certain terms. His threats to sue you for the return of these gifts or money may not have a strong legal basis.... View More
Cops are involved.i herd a cop say to my x was we always catch people like her sooner or later.i don't know what he was talking about.my nabier and there kids shoot my animals and vehicles and home with are rifles.my car has several dents and scratches on the glass facing there yard.we also... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
If you believe you and your sister are victims of harassment and your property has been damaged, you should document all incidents and report them to local law enforcement. Bullying and harassment are serious issues, and you have rights that protect you against such behaviors. Property damage and... View More
If I can not read a copy righted work in whole can I read exserts from it as part of a book review or discussion group?
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answered on Nov 4, 2023
Reading a copyrighted book in its entirety on a platform like YouTube or Twitch, especially when revenue is involved, may lead to copyright infringement claims. It's generally not permitted unless you have obtained explicit permission from the copyright holder.
However, reading... View More
If I can not read a copy righted work in whole can I read exserts from it as part of a book review or discussion group?
answered on Nov 3, 2023
I would caution against reading the book, or portions thereof, aloud publicly on a platform where you are receiving revenue. Under copyright law, a copyright owner is given sole and exclusive rights to reproduce the work, create derivative works, perform the work, display the work, or to authorize... View More
And did it give me a unfair hearing? If so what can I do about it
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answered on Oct 28, 2023
No, a judge is not allowed to hear everything you and your lawyer discuss in court. The discussions between you and your attorney are protected by attorney-client privilege. This privilege ensures that communications between you and your attorney remain confidential, fostering an environment where... View More
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answered on Oct 28, 2023
No, a judge is not allowed to hear everything you and your lawyer discuss in court. The discussions between you and your attorney are protected by attorney-client privilege. This privilege ensures that communications between you and your attorney remain confidential, fostering an environment where... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
In Maryland, it's generally legal to post a sign on your property notifying about audio and video recordings through security cameras, provided you comply with applicable laws. Maryland requires two-party consent for audio recordings, but posting a notice can serve as a form of consent. Video... View More
The owner of my hair salon in NY uses a ring doorbell type camera in his salon. He claims it has the ability to zoom and has audio. He does not mention this to you and there is no posted notice. He only brings it up when you have an issue with your hair. He said "I only use it for liars and... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
In New York, it's generally legal to video record in public places where there's no reasonable expectation of privacy. However, the audio recording is more restrictive. Under New York Penal Law § 250.00, it's a "one-party consent" state, meaning at least one party in the... View More
My IPAddress is breached and I have to get that too. My banks and all my information is being used. Buy whoever and I'm constantly cleaning up my personal info. I'm having problems one after another.
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answered on Oct 20, 2023
In California, companies that experience a data breach are required to provide notice to affected residents. If you've been harmed by a data breach, you might be entitled to certain remedies, but the specific relief will depend on the circumstances and any proven negligence or statutory... View More
I have a open civil suite case already open court docs signed and found out this person is attached to my other harasser / stalker
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answered on Oct 20, 2023
In Arizona, to legally address online harassment, you can follow these steps. First, consult an attorney with experience in online harassment cases. They will help you draft a cease and desist letter outlining the harassment and demanding it to stop. Once sent, if the harassment continues, you can... View More
I was in a chat whose link was published by an Instagram influencer. I got in and started talking, what happened was that one day a boy showed a picture of his pet and I told him that it was very cute and that he should bathe it well, the boy told me that he bathed it every day, I I told him that... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
In the United States, while the First Amendment protects freedom of speech, there are limits. Direct threats, incitement to imminent violence, and certain forms of hate speech can potentially be illegal.
Wishing someone dead might not necessarily be construed as a direct threat, but... View More
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
In Ohio, if someone is harassing you through persistent texts, calls, or stalking, you have several options. Begin by documenting every instance of harassment, including texts, calls, dates, times, and content. This evidence can be crucial for any legal action. Consider reporting this behavior to... View More
I'm a salaried, contract employee. My agreement was for four years, with an optional fifth year. That fifth year was at the sole discretion of the company and they would provide "30 days' prior written notice (e-mail sufficing)".
I received notice they would pick up that... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2023
Under the facts you described, you are free to reject their untimely notice and end the contract, or you can waive the timing issue and continue working at the end of the four years in twelve days.
If you want to negotiate a new contract, be sure to carefully and clearly document that your... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2023
In Idaho, it is generally legal for a company to record customer calls as long as one party to the conversation is aware of the recording. This is known as "one-party consent," and it means that the company can record the call without informing the customer. However, it's a best... View More
my ex had physically taken my tablet with was signed into all of my accounts including google. From there she was able to instruct my cell phone to factory reset itself and cleared out my google account of allot of valuable footage for my buisness and alot of very personal material. I now have no... View More
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Unauthorized access to and tampering with someone else's electronic devices, like your tablet and cell phone, can potentially lead to criminal charges, such as unauthorized access to computer systems, identity theft, or unauthorized use of personal information. It's important to consult... View More
Michigan appears to be, essentially, one party consent so long as the call is recorded by one of the participants.
I also told her numerous times I was recording all of our interactions to serve as a blanket statement.
She is consistently threatening to intentionally violate our... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2023
If you have a custody agreement, then the only thing that matters is whether she - and you - are complying with its terms. If you two are making further agreements, that's cool, but understand that an agreement isn't an agreement unless both parties agree. When one party says "we... View More
I have a restraining order on someone and they violated it using a text now number but the cops are trying to see if it gets pinged back to my phone
I received a summons when I was arrested last, if they were to find something on the phone would I be arrested again or would it go to court... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2023
Yes, generally if you have a restraining order against you and they find something to show you have contact with the victim, you would be arrested on a warrant and can even be held over until trial. Get a lawyer if you think they may find something, especially one good with hiring and using a... View More
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