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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Identity Theft for Georgia on
Q: Is there a way to get a deal with title max for breaching my personal information such as social security number,

I got a letter saying title max had a breach and my personal information such as my social security number, drivers license, home address and such was breach and I can't find my letter and is there any way I can get it and if I do can I say to title max that if they do away with what I owe... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 16, 2023

For $700, maybe. A data breach like that only gives rise to liability if someone else uses that data to harm you economically in some fashion, for instance by getting and using a credit card in your name.

If I were you, I would research what Life Lock or some similar credit and identity...
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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Real Estate Law, Government Contracts and Identity Theft for California on
Q: On the Assessor print out my anut &uncle have to Affivdated of death in there owen name just to put there back on title

Is it legal for the Assessor office to accept that two people cliam owenship on title than turn in two affivdated of there owen death just to claim title of owner ship again at 35% owenership this time when property was shows that it's already a BONDEFIED gift R&T 11911 successor grantor... View More

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answered on Jun 6, 2023

Consult with a real estate attorney to address potential fraud and property ownership disputes. They can review the evidence you have and advise on the best course of action. Consider requesting a fraud investigation and follow the attorney's guidance on recording your ownership claim with the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft, Small Claims and Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I gave permission for someone to use my debit card to purchase one thing online and they purchased multiple things

A former friend had my card saved on their Xbox account and asked if they could use it to purchase something. I gave permission to use it for purchasing one thing, but not 10+ things. We both were in agreement that they would pay me back in full. (This person has a restraining order from their ex... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 2, 2023

Take a criminal complaint against them for Fraudulent Use if a Credit Card in your local district court.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Florida on
Q: Should I sign a postnuptial agreement or an MSA? Which protects me better?

My husband doesn't want us to divorce so all assets stay together and grow together more than divide them in a divorce. I finally agreed to sign a postnuptial to remain married and keep assets together and protect them from third parties... Now he tells me that a lawyer told him that a... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on May 28, 2023

You need to see an attorney of your own.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Consumer Law, Civil Litigation and Identity Theft for Massachusetts on
Q: Massachusetts Boston my wife has a permit and keeps registering and insuraning cars in my name without my consent

Has stolen my identity and opened credit card and I filed a identity theft claim

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answered on May 27, 2023

It sounds like what she's doing is illegal but that's merely speculative based upon your brief statement. I recommend you contact the Division of Motor Vehicles.

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Identity Theft, Estate Planning and Family Law for New York on
Q: I need a lawer In chicago

My father dead two year ago.

I am in iran

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 26, 2023

You could repost under Illinois. This is currently posted under New York. But even in reposting, it could be difficult for attorneys here to reach out to you. This format here is basically question and answer. If you're seeking an attorney, you could search online for attorneys in the Chicago... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Personal Injury, Identity Theft and Intellectual Property on
Q: How to correctly compose a letter under Article 17 U.S. Code § 512?

I want to file a complaint about the removal of content that was not public and is used without permission.

N'kia (NLN)
N'kia (NLN)
answered on May 20, 2023

A DMCA Takedown Notice must be tailored to each specific situation. So, an attorney would need to review the evidence to be able to compose one or help someone else compose one. Also, keep in mind that a response other than or in addition to standard DMCA Takedown Notice language might be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Identity Theft for Mississippi on
Q: If I voluntarily sign my parental right away can I go back and fight for them later on
Melissa L Gardner-Ardoin
Melissa L Gardner-Ardoin
answered on May 18, 2023

No. A termination of parental rights is final and forever.

2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Criminal Law and Identity Theft for New York on
Q: Hippa-related legality surrounding my reporting a recent crime committed by a pt while using my namesake/identity.

In short, I'm a physician in pvt practice. A pt I have treated for years recently scammed a new pt of my practice out of $500. Via txt messages, he assumed the identity of a fictitious member of my office staff and contacted the patient to schedule an appt with myself (referring to me and... View More

Jonathan R. Ratchik
Jonathan R. Ratchik
answered on May 15, 2023

The perpetrator arguably committed a crime by using your identity to defraud a patient. HIPAA prohibits the disclosure of individually identifiable medical information. One exception to the prohibition, however, is for law enforcement purposes, specifically when necessary to inform law... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for New Jersey on
Q: I can't afford an attorney. s 2023 249 is my complaint number. I am not guilty, i was scammed. Should i just rep myself?
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answered on May 7, 2023

Contact NJ Legal Services if you really cannot afford your own attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Colorado on
Q: Why would one of my two felony identity theft identical warrants be dropped and sealed at my first appearance on that ca

I went to court on a speeding ticket was arrested on two felony arrest only warrants bonded out on both and at the first appearance they dropped in sealed one of the cases without me even knowing anything about it

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answered on May 6, 2023

The only logical answer is they accidentally double filed the same case and corrected their mistake using the procedure you outlined.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Identity Theft, Social Security and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can an individual be compensated for use of their info?

If an organization takes an individuals credentials to create an entity that generates revenue and income, is that individual entitled to some type of compensation?

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answered on May 2, 2023

It depends on the specific circumstances and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the individual resides. In some cases, individuals may have legal rights to compensation for the use of their personal information, particularly if the organization is using the information for commercial purposes... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and Personal Injury for California on
Q: What law enforcement you contact when persons have forged your name documents and taken property that's yours in La.?
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answered on Apr 28, 2023

If someone has forged your signature on documents and taken property that belongs to you in Louisiana, you should contact your local law enforcement agency. This could include the police department, sheriff's office, or other relevant law enforcement agency.

You should report the...
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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Identity Theft and Criminal Law for California on
Q: What law enforcement you contact when persons have forged your name documents and taken property that's yours in La.?

Claiming to be me and living in my property

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answered on Apr 28, 2023

Call the Sheriff of the Parrish. Be prepared to give specific information including the recording information for the Deed. Forgery, Theft of Property and other crimes are involved here. How you found out about it, and how they got your name/ identity will be crucial issues. Ultimately an... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for California on
Q: My friend died of an overdose. His car, wallet and identification is missing. Can I report it stolen? CA

He was found under an overpass alone. The police tell me that I have to be family in order to report the car missing. Once they heard it was an overdose, they didn't care.

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answered on Apr 25, 2023

If your friend's car, wallet, and identification are missing and you believe they were stolen, you can report the theft to the police. The fact that your friend died of an overdose does not preclude you from reporting the theft, and the police should take your report seriously regardless of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Identity Theft for California on
Q: Hi there, Spectrum company disclosed my home address to a third person, how can I sue them for violating my privacy?

The person they disclosed my information to only provided them with my phone number and based on that they got my address. Is this legal?

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answered on Apr 13, 2023

If Spectrum company disclosed your home address to a third person without your consent, this may be a violation of your privacy rights. You may have legal options available to you to seek compensation for any damages or harm that you have suffered as a result of this disclosure.

To sue...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Kentucky on
Q: Is it identity theft if a person gives permission for a utility bill to be in their name and then also live at address

I was told my son who is 20 has an open investigation on me over his credit brcaose of some utility bills in his name, if he gave permission for saod bills, then that's not illegal correct?

Leland Hulbert
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answered on Apr 13, 2023

I don’t understand you’re a fact pattern. It would only be identity theft if someone tries to assume an identity or get a benefit from using another persons identity.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Identity Theft, Small Claims and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: I had got a loan from title max an there was a breach

I had got a Letter saying that someone hacked there there system all took all my personal information an my social id address account everything not just me thousands of people an on top of that it's been going on for 3months before they let me know what can I do about that an another thing I... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 11, 2023

It doesn’t sound to me like you have any damages from the privacy breach. If TitleMax has any account numbers or passwords, they notified you so you can promptly change them.

Yes, you still have to repay the loan. Title loan companies are “lenders of last resort” meaning that the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation, Identity Theft and Estate Planning for Texas on
Q: (Texas law)I am disabled physically and my sister had taken over my trust how could i file charges and get my trust back

Halen is the wills name my grandmother left me this. In the will that was probated in 72 it says my estate will be left to (myname) as i was the only child when she died. in the estate it includes around 45k acres of land 5-15 million dollars and in 89 my father was my estate guardian and got... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 8, 2023

The settlor of the trust (in this case, your grandmother) chose the trustee and any substitute trustees in the event her first choice (presumably your father) does or is removed for cause. From your question, it sounds like your sister was the first substitute trustee selected by your grandmother.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Tennessee on
Q: Someone forged my signature on my title and got it registered. They had the law show up and get my car who do I contact
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answered on Apr 5, 2023

How did someone get your Title? Apparently they convinced LEO's they owned the car, and may have filed an Action To Recover Property, where you should have been served.

But Forgery is usually a Felony, so you may be able to get law enforcement involved. If no Forgery of your name,...
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