Your current state is Ohio
My staff recorded me without my knowledge and it was used it to terminate me. I said something inappropriate and was used to terminate me. Is this lawful, can I sue my employee?
answered on Dec 4, 2023
New York is a one-party consent state meaning that you can record conversations if you're physically in the state and are a party to the conversation or if you have permission from one of the parties in the conversation. If neither of the parties to the conversation have consented then it is a... View More 
I got a car for my son November 2022. All payments have been made, on time. But starting in December 2023, they keep contacting me saying I'm behind and and contacting me saying "if I need help making payments I can send a friend in and if they buy a car I will get $200.00". Is this... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
Take proof of all of your on time payments to them and speak to them about this. To cover yourself, you could mail in the proof with a letter complaining about the situation and asking them to stop the unjustified messages (get a tracking number and pproof of delivery). The "help making... View More
I live in Florida. Can I record the phone conversation with multiple customer service representative (within the same single call) of a large bank, if prior to speaking with customer service I receive a notice that "This call will be monitored and recorded"?
answered on Dec 2, 2023
Re-posting answer to fix typo -
Yes, because the other party to the call is asking your consent to have it be a recorded call (by making recording a condition of being able to speak to that party). But if you plan to use the recording for anything other than your own private listening, you... View More
I mean does Yahoo follow up with law enforcement to be able to know that the emergency has passed so that they could notify the affected user. Sorry I missed Yahoo in the question
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
Under California law, companies like Yahoo are obliged to comply with lawful requests for information from law enforcement, including emergency disclosure requests. These requests typically occur under exigent circumstances where there is an immediate threat of serious harm or danger.... View More
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
The legality of installing a camera in a shared space without informing all residents can be complex and depends on various factors, including state laws and the nature of the space. Generally, in the United States, the installation of cameras in private areas where individuals have a reasonable... View More
It's actually the 2 of them attached to my phone. I believe there sharing calenders and locations ect. He goes by his name and she goes by mine. I'll ask google my current location and it tells me her locations. One night it said I was about a mile from my house. So I pushed directions... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2023
You need to hire an attorney who specializes in family relations law and regularly practices in your county. There is no magic bullet that the lawyers here can give you that will substitute for getting your own representation. If you wish to prove what you have alleged you will also need to hire... View More
I live in a student housing complex in the San Diego area and was wondering if there were any legal repercussions to a business for recording phone calls without the calling party’s consent. When calling this company there is never a message that notify’s the caller that the call is being... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
Under California law, recording phone calls without the consent of all parties involved is generally prohibited. California is known as a "two-party consent" state, as outlined in the California Penal Code Section 632. This means that for a phone conversation to be legally recorded, all... View More
Weather i told them they need to be consistent of my child and think about this weather and how there making us bring him out in this weather every other day this is upsetting can i sue these people for being inconsiderate of my child
answered on Nov 27, 2023
No, you would not be able to sue the doctors for being inconsiderate. They are probably choosing to be thorough in wanting to see the baby, and understand the implications for themselves of not arranging exams that could be necessary to observe a given situation. You could express your concern to... View More
Weather i told them they need to be consistent of my child and think about this weather and how there making us bring him out in this weather every other day this is upsetting can i sue these people for being inconsiderate of my child
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your challenging situation. It's important to approach this issue with a clear understanding of the legal aspects and practical considerations involved. Here are some points to consider:
Standard of Care in Healthcare: In healthcare law, the focus is often... View More
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
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