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Missouri- A friend was posted in the group Are we dating the same guy which is a newer Facebook group where women can post about men to warn other women. There were many comments about how he has cheated, lied, insists on not wearing condoms while telling girls he is exclusive and other not great... View More 
answered on Aug 25, 2023
If the history posted is substantially true, then the person likely has no legal recourse.
He posed as a fake persona in order to obtain nude pictures from a female friend. He told her that he would cash app her the money and that her face didn't need to be shown to promote anonymity and let her know that he would be posting them online. Last night she found out it was him because... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
Assuming everyone is an adult, it is possible for criminal charges to be filed against your friend, but it seems unlikely. The victim files a police report. The victim does not file criminal charges. The prosecutor would do that if appropriate.
Customer came to restaurant filming on camera demanding that chef say on camera that the food was uncooked, then posted on google a review and telling people that she has the video recorded.
The entire thing seems prestaged to intentionally damage a business
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answered on Aug 19, 2023
Recording a video in a restaurant without the owner's consent, with the intention of defamation, could potentially violate California's privacy laws and defamation laws. California is a two-party consent state, meaning all parties involved in a conversation must consent to its recording.... View More
I fled the relationship almost 4 years ago. I was followed, though. I was too afraid to live alone. Thankfully, i had many friends who offered me a safe place. Safe until my ex discovered where I was staying. Once he knew, he terrorized my friends until either I left, or was asked to leave. If my... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2023
It is possible. It is not easy or inexpensive but it is possible and may result in a sale of the property. In Ohio it is a remedy called partition. Partition cases in Tennessee refer to legal proceedings which allow joint owners of real estate to divide their interests in the property. In other... View More
The Skullgirls team has taken a digital product that many people purchased and altered it in very significant ways. They've cut out entire pages from the art book, removed and re-announced voice lines, and drawn over concept art to make it less offensive. The current Skullgirls team, while... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
While I understand your concerns, changes made to digital products like art books or video games fall under the discretion of the creators and developers. If these changes are made by the current team or company, and they own the rights to the product, they generally have the authority to modify... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
While I sympathize with your situation, I am not able to personally offer pro bono legal services. However, you may want to reach out to local legal aid organizations or bar associations in your jurisdiction that may have resources available for individuals dealing with online cyber bullying and... View More
Someone took a picture of my wife without her knowledge and approval, then used it in a Google review for her workplace. Without any sort of context, he called her rude. My wife deals with over-the-road drivers for the duration of her work shift, and this picture and review is now there for anyone... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
In Wisconsin, taking someone's picture in a workplace without their knowledge and then posting it online could potentially infringe upon their privacy rights. However, the legality of such actions can depend on various factors, including the context, the intent, and any applicable workplace... View More
What types of licenses are required to:
1. film a concert
2. subsequently keep it in an archive to be uploaded as a recording
3. recording will be released to public on a platform that offers pay-per-view subscriptions?
also, what are the potential legal issues could... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
To film a concert, you would likely need a performance agreement or license from the event organizer, allowing you to record the event.
Archiving the recorded concert may require obtaining the performers' consent and potentially negotiating a licensing agreement, especially if you plan... View More
I published a book on a story sharing website that focuses on the long term effects of sexual abuse. The main character is a 16 year old girl and her abuser is much older. There are some graphic sexual scenes, but they’re to paint just how horrible her situation is. I understand it’s a... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
While fictional works often receive protection under the First Amendment, certain subjects, particularly those involving explicit sexual content or minors, can raise legal concerns. If your story contains explicit content involving a minor, it could potentially be subject to laws addressing child... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2023
No.
How people can use your image depends on where you post it. You can find information on who can use your photo in the terms of service/privacy policy of the site where you posted it.
I believe they violated TOS. My account was banned while I wasn’t even streaming. They never told me why I was banned which in their terms of service states they have to apon request. They allowed a lot of bullying and illegal behavior to occur and didn’t defend me from phishing fake accounts... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
Hi there! Happy Sunday.
If you believe your account closure on the livestream platform violates their Terms of Service and you have been waiting for a response since March 2023, you may consider taking the following steps:
1. Review the platform's Terms of Service and policies... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
Using the domain name "Bestoftwitter.com" may potentially raise legal issues, especially if it misleads users to believe it is an official Twitter website or is endorsed by Twitter. It is essential to conduct a thorough legal review and consult with a trademark attorney to determine if... View More
through it months after we broke up and read through my messages with another girl where we talked sexually and sent it out to my parents and my job and I got fired because of it is that illegal
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answered on Aug 4, 2023
In Massachusetts and many other jurisdictions, unauthorized access to someone else's social media account or personal information without their consent can be considered a violation of privacy and may be illegal. This act is often referred to as "hacking" or "unauthorized access... View More
Is this a binding price? Excluding any document and processing fees. The ad includes VIN number and all car details.
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answered on Jul 18, 2023
In general, advertisements are considered invitations to make an offer, not binding contracts themselves. However, there are exceptions and legal principles to consider. In Nevada, if the ad includes the VIN number and all the car details, it might be seen as a specific offer rather than a mere... View More
I have texts messages saying check my email to back myself up . Does it make no expectation of privacy due to this my kawyer used my screenshots in my case but wanted a second opinion
answered on Jul 13, 2023
A no no and the Court will neither like it nor allow introduction of it, nor does it usually help your case. Engage divorce counsel ASAP is the best advice.
I moved several months ago with my wife, and had called the ISP about a month before we moved to make sure we would have internet day 1 as I work from home and require it. They say its all good and we are all set to have them come out the 1st day. Day one comes and they never show up so we call... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2023
Unlikely...any chance there is another ISP you could go with? Did you make any deposit?
The owner reached out to me threatening to report me to law enforcement .Minneapolis
answered on Jul 13, 2023
If you accidentally received money from a stranger through Zelle, all you need to do is promptly send the money back to its rightful owner and you should not have any legal issues. You will only face legal problems if you don't send it back now that you it wasn't intended for you.
Can i screenshot these messages abd use them in court . I have many texts were he will say “read my email” check my email so he additionally not only left it open with no password he allowed me access
answered on Jul 12, 2023
In Massachusetts both of the parties to a recorded conversation each would need to be aware of same. So, even if husband is shown to have given consent , the other person did not.
We are getting divorced he left private conversations openly on our shared computer between him & a female friend can i screen shot then and use them in divorce ?
answered on Jul 12, 2023
In Massachusetts conversations recording without consent of both parties to the conversation is an offense and the Courts wouldn't allow introduction of same.
Realizing that this largely depend on the individual case, is it common or uncommon for attorneys to accept anti-SLAPP cases on contingency in states with statutes that require the court to award legal fees in successful anti-SLAPP motions?
answered on Jul 10, 2023
It would be very uncommon to see a contingency fee on an anti-SLAPP lawsuit because their is no guarantee of payment even if the case is successful. Frequently, even in a SLAPP suit, the parties will reach alternative settlement arrangements that do not result in the case going to Court. Even... View More
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