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i tried so many times and changed the password too the alternate email address & phone # is not in service anymore and i couldnt chance them ,i filled out 3 forms from microsoft and was approved to get back in the first times i was in my email for 2 days before getting shut out again and a... View More 
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
Based on the issue you've described with your email account, you might consider seeking out an attorney with experience in technology law or digital rights. They will be familiar with issues related to online accounts, user rights, and the terms of service agreements of tech companies like... View More
My name is on documents that are linked to many different things like stocks bonds bank accounts land things of that nature and I do not know how to locate any of it. no one will help me
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
If your name appears on documents related to assets such as stocks, bonds, bank accounts, and real property, there are steps you can take to assert your rights.
First, gather all documentation you have related to these assets. For stocks and bonds, you can reach out directly to the issuing... View More
If a consumer purchases digital assets (printable scrapbook paper, templates, plans) from a seller through a third-party marketplace like Esty and then the site permanently suspends the consumer account effectively taking away the digital assets purchased by consumer and does not give a reason,... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
Certainly. If a consumer purchases digital assets through a platform like Etsy and then loses access to those assets without a clear violation of terms, it raises concerns. The deprivation of access to purchased goods could be seen as a breach of contract or potentially a deceptive trade practice.... View More
Hello, I got a settlement and part of it from Facebook at $750,000 and he was in to my cash app with a link to my. I have not seen any of them his money at all and almost all of it is COMPELTLEY GONE I’ve been in jail from April 14 till August 28 and I didn’t get any of that money and... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. First, if you believe there's been unauthorized activity on your Cash App account, you should contact Cash App's support immediately to report it. For substantial settlements like the one you mentioned from Facebook, it's crucial to have... View More
Is there anything I can do about this? I'm very worried about this and do I have any legal grounds?
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answered on Oct 11, 2023
When your personal information is involved in a security breach in California, companies are mandated by laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Data Breach Notification Law to notify affected individuals. Once notified:
1. Immediate Steps: Monitor your... View More
I received fake job opportunies. But I put no info.
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
In Texas, if you believe your personal information was mishandled or inadequately protected by a company, you may have grounds to sue. However, proving negligence or a breach of duty on the part of Careerbuilder or any similar platform would be crucial. Additionally, you'd have to show that... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2023
You could post this under "Patent Law." You'd have better chances of a response. That's the primary issue, not communications or internet law, the chosen categories. Good luck
Airbnb host threatened to call the police if I don't respond to his messages. He is accusing me of leaving the apartment dirty - he shared a few images which does NOT show damage - but shows bathroom countertop with water droplets + used kitchen countertop - BUT no damages what so ever. His... View More
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
Under California law, leaving an apartment in a less than pristine condition, absent any actual damage, does not rise to a level that would typically warrant police intervention. If there's no substantial physical damage beyond normal wear and tear, the issue is generally a civil matter, not a... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2023
What exactly do you propose to post on social media? Just name and DOB? Or rape allegation also?
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my ex had physically taken my tablet with was signed into all of my accounts including google. From there she was able to instruct my cell phone to factory reset itself and cleared out my google account of allot of valuable footage for my buisness and alot of very personal material. I now have no... View More
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Unauthorized access to and tampering with someone else's electronic devices, like your tablet and cell phone, can potentially lead to criminal charges, such as unauthorized access to computer systems, identity theft, or unauthorized use of personal information. It's important to consult... View More
My friend's daughter and my daughter are friends. The mother of another child texted my friend bashing my 9 yr old daughter. I've never even met this child or her mom, but this mom has been spreading nasty comments about my daughter to several people in our community. I have text proof of... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. At this point, you could reach out to local attorneys who handle defamation matters. However, it's worth keeping in mind that even if a situation meets a textbook definition of libel or slander, many law firms... View More
Music studio stole my messages, public instagram & other things. I sued them for copyright infringment. The studio says they will file a notice of dismissal on the grounds that I don't have my personal messages to friends registered with the copyright office. How can I register my personal... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
Under California law, registering personal messages with the Copyright Office is not a standard practice and may not be necessary for pursuing a copyright infringement claim. Personal messages exchanged on Facebook Messenger are generally private communications and may not be subject to copyright... View More
This is a non-domestic PPO and we need protection from stalking, sexual harrasment and cyberstalking.
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
If you need assistance with obtaining or defending against a Personal Protection Order (PPO) in a non-domestic context, particularly in cases involving stalking, sexual harassment, and cyberstalking, it's advisable to seek the expertise of a civil litigation attorney, a civil rights attorney,... View More
Can I sue the co-owner for stealing my assets and my game? The co-owner is only 16 and I'm 24 the reason I even trusted him as a co-owner is because he had modeled and coded stuff for me for about 2 years on different games and always did a great job despite his young age and always acted... View More
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answered on Sep 10, 2023
Under California law, you might have a case based on breach of contract, unjust enrichment, or conversion. Since the co-owner is a minor, there could be some limitations on the enforceability of any agreements you had with him. You should gather all the evidence of your agreements and the work... View More
I have proof that the entertainment media in question is about me.
I have been victim of emotional distress. Where due to leaking of my private information, I have been divorced, & i have gotten mentally ill.
I was studying Electrical Engineering with minors in Chemistry, I had... View More
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answered on Sep 10, 2023
Here are the potential legal avenues you might explore:
1. What can I sue them for if my private messages from Facebook were stolen to make entertainment media?
Under California law, you might consider pursuing a case for invasion of privacy, intentional infliction of emotional... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2023
A successful libel lawsuit requires the services of an experienced litigation attorney, a solid damage expert, and possible a market surveying company. Specific notices must be sent under the Defamation Act and the content of the defamatory publication must be carefully analyzed to avoid the... View More
My boyfriend and I recently split up and he has videos and photos that were supposed to remain private and is now harassing me and threatening to post them online. Is there anything that I can do to take legal action?
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answered on Sep 4, 2023
Posting private photos and videos online without your permission can potentially constitute a violation of your privacy and, in some cases, may be illegal. The specific legal remedies available to you can depend on the laws in your jurisdiction. To address this situation, you might consider taking... View More
If possible, could I do anything about it? This person is my EX friend’s boyfriend, and he says he wants to kill me, he is going to stomp me into the ground, he says he put my address online, and he said he has people looking for me. And I’m going to get what’s coming to me soon.
answered on Sep 4, 2023
Such a threat to kill may be Aggravated Harassment under NYS law as electronic means are being used. Contact the police and have screen shots ready for them.
There are many online content creators in the finance and investing space. With so much information and so little time, I want to summarize videos and publish them, along with metadata and trend/sentiment analysis, to a website that may be monetized through ads and/or subscription for custom feeds.... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
Summarizing other people's content and monetizing it could potentially expose you to copyright infringement claims under federal law, especially if the summaries capture the essence or key elements of the original work. The Fair Use doctrine allows for limited use of copyrighted material... View More
I have some old videos on YouTube 8 years old and Iam doing some illegal activities in them , is there somthing like ,”that after a certain amount of time passes I can’t get in trouble” , or or can police find the videos and create a a case? Even tho it was 8 years ago
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
The statute of limitations for criminal offenses in California varies depending on the type of crime, but some crimes have statutes of limitations that could exceed 8 years. Generally, the clock starts ticking when the crime is committed, although there are exceptions that could extend this period.... View More
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