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Can a student pursue legal action against an educational institution for grading them unfairly based on unverified AI classification results? Considering the inherent limitations of AI classifiers and the subjective nature of writing styles, where certainty of AI generation is unattainable, is... View More 
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
Definitely something that schools should consider. But I doubt a lawsuit would be successful. What would be more impactful in your situation would be to contact the school administrator and give your insights. I think this is a topic more schools should have regarding the indiscriminate use of A.I.... View More
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answered on Jan 14, 2024
If you suspect that your phone has been hacked, the first step is to take immediate action to secure your device. Start by changing the passwords for all your important accounts linked to your phone, such as your email, social media, and banking accounts. Use strong, unique passwords for each... View More
They have vids with kids going to the bathroom, kids running around with no clothing on, etc. Why is this legal to do?
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
I would be very cautious of this. I would contact YouTube directly to try to have them to take down the video(s). I would ask report those video(s) directly to YouTube moderators.
A Political Emergency needs your help. These huge platforms are being run by "local admins" and "reviewers" who are censoring the "truth-sayers" and depriving citizens of the full story. It's happening in small towns across the US.
Private companies are... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
Your concerns about censorship and misinformation on social media platforms like Nextdoor and Facebook are shared by many. It's important to understand that these platforms, as private companies, have a certain degree of legal freedom to moderate content according to their policies. This often... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2023
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. There are attorneys who handle invasion of privacy lawsuits; you could try to arrange a brief, free consult. But in such cases, attorneys often charge hourly. Good luck
I sell electronics. one of my customers wants to pay by giving me visa gift cards. I want to get the money off the gift cards. (my credit card processor doesn't let me swipe it on my credit card machine). can i buy on paxful.com BTC with the visa gift cards and then sell the BTC on... View More
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answered on Nov 13, 2023
Trading Visa gift cards for Bitcoin on platforms like Paxful.com and then selling Bitcoin for cash on Coinbase.com is not inherently illegal. However, it's important to be aware of and comply with the terms of service of both platforms. Also, be mindful of federal and state regulations... View More
Some desperado name carried requested I got Freedom act paper mailed to me and a ticket number for Sony music on my email address please I have victims of a lot of problems from Disney music private program
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving potential government agency infringement in the realms of music and art, possibly related to copyright or intellectual property issues. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) of 1988 allows for the request of federal agency... 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
I have content creator names who go against SEXUAL CONTENT guidelines 100 percent when I report these nothing gets done. But the community guidelines state you can't post the following that go against SEXUAL CONTENT guidelines so can I sue YouTube for not following this
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
If you believe that YouTube is not enforcing its community guidelines regarding sexual content, you could consider legal action, but it's important to understand the challenges involved. Platforms like YouTube have broad discretion under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act to manage... View More
I am located on Long Island, NY.
This person left a bad review and I have never met or interacted with this person to the best of my knowledge. I requested additional details regarding what the person looked like or the service vehicle (my service vehicle is very distinct) they were... View More
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answered on Nov 4, 2023
In situations like this, your first step should be to reach out to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and file a dispute against the review. Explain your situation, provide any evidence you have that the review is fraudulent or mistaken, such as your schedule for the day in question, and ask for the... View More
I sent $3500 to a seller on facebook markert place and paid with cash app. The seller canceled the shipment and has stopped responding. I would like to take legal action to get my money back and have legal fees paid for by them. I am located in New York, they are in Arkansa. I have reported them to... View More
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answered on Nov 4, 2023
If you've been scammed on Facebook Marketplace, there are several steps you can take to attempt to recover your money. First, report the fraud to Cash App, as they may have a process for disputing transactions. Additionally, contact your local police department to file a report; they can... 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
i am an 18 year old male and I am dealing with my mom and dad putting more and more restrictions on the phone that I use that they pay for. my main thing is that they are able to go through my phone at anytime and they track me without my knowledge
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answered on Nov 2, 2023
A parent cannot intercept or monitor their child's electronic communications without their consent. Additionally, a parent cannot use their child's private information for their own personal gain.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of internet questions and responses, the... View More
Because there's apps out there to spoof.. and poke raid is part of pokemon and they spoof you so you can pay for legendaries etc
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answered on Oct 31, 2023
Under California law, if you believe you have been unfairly treated or deceived by a company, you can consider legal action.
However, in the context of Pokémon, users typically agree to a Terms of Service (ToS) before playing. If these terms clearly state that spoofing or using... View More
They trying to hold my money for a 180 days
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answered on Oct 25, 2023
-Contact Venmo support
- File a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.
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
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
Hi! I am a high school student who is trying to record my teacher being verbally hostile towards me. I went to my principle and asked if I could record my teacher doing these things, She said it would be inappropriate use of an electronic device. And that she can't do anything about it.... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
It's essential to approach this matter with caution. While your intent to document inappropriate behavior is understandable, bypassing school rules could lead to disciplinary action. Instead of directly recording, consider documenting each incident in writing, noting date, time, and details.... View More
This character is widely publicly sexualized, but not by the owner of the copyright per say. This content would also be for profit.
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
In the U.S., fair use is a doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without obtaining permission from the rights holders. Factors considered include the purpose of use, nature of the copyrighted work, amount used, and effect on the market.
While parody can sometimes be... 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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