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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, Employment Law and Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: In alabama does an employeer need to have photo release form signed by employees to use on social media
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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

1 Answer | Asked in Gaming and Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: Despite a no-refund policy, is it legal to refuse a refund for underperforming cloud gaming on gigabit internet?

My connection is perfect, yet the cloud gaming software almost makes me sick it's so laggy. I can use other cloud gaming software just fine. They are refusing to refund me, even though I've proven the issues exist. Is it legal to deny a refund? If so, which law? They are based in France,... View More

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answered on Feb 28, 2024

In situations where a product, including cloud gaming services, underperforms despite the consumer having the necessary technical setup, the legality of refusing a refund can be complex. It largely depends on the terms of service agreed upon at the time of purchase and the consumer protection laws... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, Internet Law and Consumer Law for Alabama on
Q: Can an internet service provider provide service to homes in a particular area & claim they don't serve that area?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: My ex husband took naked pictures of me w/out my knowledge while I was sleeping, put them on the internet.

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

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: One of the top match making sites gave out my personal email address to someone I was chatting with. Can I file charge?

Is there a statute of limitations? It was 3 years ago.

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answered on Oct 18, 2023

If a matchmaking site disclosed your personal email address without your consent, you may have grounds for a legal complaint, especially if it violated their privacy policy or terms of service. The viability of your claim will depend on the specific facts and circumstances surrounding the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: Is it legal for a person to possess many identities and fake documents on-line for public to see of fake patents.

I mean this person has 20 plus identities and he is possessing things online or trying to show that he owns things by creating fake documents for anyone who wants to look at them

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answered on Nov 14, 2022

This does not seem to be a patent issue. When filing a patent application, one needs to submit the true list of inventors. From your description, I don't think that this person has patents that were issued with fake inventors.

I am not sure what type of scam is going on here but...
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1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law and Trademark for Alabama on
Q: How can I counter response to someone who reported me copyright infringement even though the art is different?

I was sent a notice on Etsy about copyright infringement but my design is different then what is being reported. I used different images and fonts. How do I respond to get them to over turn their decision?

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answered on Nov 18, 2021

This question is a very specific one, and will turn on the specifics of who is reporting what to whom, and what their and your designs are. Maybe Etsy has a simple process? Otherwise, I'd suggest that this can only be properly answered by an attorney in dialog with you, and not through a web form.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Internet Law and Juvenile Law for Alabama on
Q: Can I move out if I get married at age 18 in the state of alabama?
Samuel G McKerall
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answered on Jan 13, 2020

Yes, you can. You can also move out whether or not you get married, so if you're getting married just so you can move out, don't bother. Just move out, Now, whether you OUGHT to do either one - get married or move out - are different questions, but with respect to whether you CAN do... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Internet Law, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment for Alabama on
Q: An underage (but of the age of consent) sent me a kinda suggestive picture, am I in trouble?

We had spoken for a while with a romantic tone, and she out of the blue sent me a picture last night of her in a baggy top with a bit of her chest showing. I'm really scared

Samuel G McKerall
Samuel G McKerall
answered on Mar 30, 2018

No.

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1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law, Personal Injury and Libel & Slander for Alabama on
Q: For my job I sent someone a letter via mail. He posted it on Facebook but changed his name on it to "Corn Man."

He also removed the street number of his address and removed my last name of my signature. Then in the actual post he addressed me by my last name. Is this legal?

Mr. Michael O. Stevens
Mr. Michael O. Stevens
answered on Apr 21, 2016

Could be copyright infringement, but since it was your letter, hard to claim defamation since the truth is an absolute defense.

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