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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Business Law, Collections and Communications Law for North Carolina on
Q: Got a car from a "buy here pay here" lot. Made payments on time, but now after a year they keep texting me sayin Im late

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

Lynn Ellen Coleman
Lynn Ellen Coleman
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

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Communications Law for Florida on
Q: Can I record a phone convo with customer service if I receive a notice that "This call will be monitored and recorded?"

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"?

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Communications Law for California on
Q: Does follow up with law enforcement after an emergency disclosure request

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law, Constitutional Law and Internet Law on
Q: Is it legal for somebody I reside with to install a camera in a shared space without informing me?
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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

Q: My husband is having a affair and has my wifi hacked. Which allows hm to hack my phone also

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

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
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

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Communications Law for California on
Q: Can a business in California record phone calls without the caller knowing.

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

3 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law and Health Care Law for New York on
Q: I have a new born child and the doctor's are being inconsiderate for his health by making me bring him out in 20 below

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...
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3 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law and Health Care Law for New York on
Q: I have a new born child and the doctor's are being inconsiderate for his health by making me bring him out in 20 below

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

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Internet Law for Colorado on
Q: Can a giveaway have a free entry to all but extra entries given to those who pay for additional entries?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law, Contracts, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Massachusetts on
Q: Can an owner of an airbnb house release video of a famous person who is on the porch of the home on to the internet?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Communications Law and Employment Discrimination for California on
Q: Clarification on H1B Sponsorship Agreement

I am requesting an assistance and guidance regarding a matter of potential breach of contract involving an employment offer I recently accepted. Here’s a summary of the situation and my concerns:

I applied for a position in a California government. Before the application, they explicitly... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Your situation highlights a serious concern regarding employment promises and contractual obligations in California. The initial email promising H1B sponsorship, combined with your reliance on that promise in accepting the position, could potentially form the basis of a promissory estoppel claim,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law and Communications Law for California on
Q: Clarification on H1B Sponsorship Agreement

I am reaching out to request your assistance and guidance regarding a matter of potential breach of contract involving an employment offer I recently accepted. Here’s a summary of the situation and my concerns:

I applied for a government position in California, and before the interview... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Based on the details provided, you may have a valid claim for "promissory estoppel" or breach of contract, particularly since you relied on their explicit promise of H1B sponsorship when accepting the position. Their written communication about visa sponsorship, combined with your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for South Dakota on
Q: I need law help on behalf of my friends rights getting violated against of the union county south dakota jail staff
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answered on Nov 5, 2024

One thing your friend needs to do is file a grievance and appeal it with the jail staff until he’s exhausted all remedies.

Can you be more specific about how is rights are being violated. If you’re not comfortable sharing that information publicly call my office and schedule an appointment.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law and Education Law for Arkansas on
Q: My son goes to a charter school. They just issued “yonder pouches” for cell phones to keep locked away during school.

This is nowhere in the handbook and I feel as tho it’s not quite legal for them to lock away a phone that I technically own and pay for. Last week they didn’t unlock it for him and we had to break into the pouch to get his phone out. Is what they’re doing legal? I’ve had several issues with... View More

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answered on Oct 24, 2024

It's understandable to feel concerned about your son's school policy regarding cell phones. School administrations often implement rules to minimize distractions and maintain a conducive learning environment. However, the specific method they use, like locking away phones, should... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Landlord - Tenant for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is it illegal for my roommates to intercept and return my mail to senders, claiming I no longer live there?

I still physically reside at the address that is my mailing/billing address. I have for years. My roommates want me to move out and have refused to give me access to the mail that is delivered, the mailbox key, and have returned every letter and package I have gotten for the last year or two. They... View More

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answered on Oct 20, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation with your roommates. It must be very frustrating to have your mail consistently intercepted and returned.

Interfering with someone’s mail is generally against the law. In many places, tampering with another person's mail can lead...
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Q: How does the law apply to commercial record requests, if used as part of a broad market research & Data analysis?

Can info gained from Public Record Requests be used in broad data gathering research to later be used for commercial purposes, if it is not disadvantageous, OR is advantageous to the organization providing the data? Would it make a difference if the organization knowingly provided the data?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 4, 2024

It could depend on the fine print of privacy notices and "how we use your information" clauses that the individual was originally presented with. Some info is still off-limits, such as those records falling under the protection of HIPAA. Good luck

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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Education Law for Kansas on
Q: Can I record but not tell everyone I'm recording?

I live in Kansas and my son is having problems at school with a teacher. I'm wondering if I put a recorder in his pocket if he has to tell the teachers that he is recording this meeting.

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answered on Oct 11, 2024

In Kansas, you are allowed to record conversations as long as one party involved consents to the recording. This means that if you or your son are part of the meeting, you can legally record it without informing everyone else present.

However, schools might have their own policies regarding...
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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Communications Law and Internet Law for Michigan on
Q: Under the TCPA, would it count as an autodialer if a list of numbers is randomly generated but a human manually dials?
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answered on Oct 11, 2024

If you manually dial numbers from a randomly generated list, it typically does not qualify as using an autodialer under the TCPA. The key factor is whether technology is used to automate the dialing process. Since a person is actively involved in placing each call, it avoids the automated criteria... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Collections and Communications Law for Virginia on
Q: How can I dispute personal property taxes for a car that wasn’t registered at all during that time?

A lien was placed on my bank account for personal pretty taxes, to which the communication was sent to an address I am not associated with at all so I had no knowledge of the lien being placed against me.

The car also hasn’t been registered in VA since 2022 and was unregistered for two... View More

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answered on Oct 7, 2024

To dispute the personal property taxes, you need to gather all relevant documentation that shows the vehicle was not registered during the period in question. This could include proof of non-registration, your current residence outside Virginia, and any relevant records showing the car was not in... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation and Communications Law for Florida on
Q: I'm selling my property in North Miami Beach for 90.000$ but brokers turned me down with fake Liens of 31000$ .

Brokers received calls saying "do not sale". I have no mortgage. I need your help to sale the property and closing.

Barry W. Kaufman
Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Oct 4, 2024

Getting help online doesn't cut it. Nobody should buy or sell Florida real estate without retaining a real estate attorney to help make sure everything is done correctly. Hire a lawyer.

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