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I want to host survivor pools (contestants pick a winner of an NFL game each week) and season long contests (contestants will create a lineup each week picking from a pool of NFL players, accumulating a score correlating to how the NFL player performs that week). Is this legal? Are these... View More 
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
The legality of hosting fantasy football contests for money depends on the specific laws of the jurisdiction where you plan to operate the website. In the United States, the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) of 2006 includes a carve-out for certain fantasy sports contests, deeming... View More
I want to host survivor pools (contestants pick a winner of an NFL game each week) and season long contests (contestants will create a lineup each week picking from a pool of NFL players, accumulating a score correlating to how the NFL player performs that week). Is this legal? Are these... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2024
Many states have laws specifically addressing gambling. Some have exceptions for "games of skill," but the definitions and interpretations vary. In most states, to avoid gambling issues, there have to be no entry fees and prizes must be predetermined and not based on entry fee totals.
2 years ago I went on the app Seeking Arrangements and wound up getting scammed, sexually assaulted, and sextorted by a man. He threatened to send an explicit video of me to my dad, but thankfully the information he found on my dad was outdated. However, he did end up sending it to some random... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this incredibly stressful and violating situation. What you're experiencing is a serious crime and you have options to protect yourself. Here are some steps I would recommend taking:
1. Contact law enforcement and file a police report.... View More
I got a message from google to verifying my sign in, upon signing it stated, my account is disabled due to child sexual abuse/exploitation. It said i can appeal and that two would be considered, so of course i appealed knowing it had to be mistake, but they denied it , i submitted a second appeal... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your frustrating and distressing situation with your Google account being disabled. That must be incredibly stressful, especially with so much important data and memories at stake.
In terms of your legal options to obtain your data, here are a few key points... View More
Hi, our longtime manager who was the admin for our business google account was recently fired. This person will not give us our login information. We are also locked out of our email account to recover or reset the passwords. This was a family member that we never thought would do the things that... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about this difficult and stressful situation with your former manager. That's a terrible breach of trust that they are sabotaging your business like this. Here are some steps I would recommend taking to try to regain control of your accounts:
For your Google... View More
Hi, our longtime manager who was the admin for our business google account was recently fired. This person will not give us our login information. We are also locked out of our email account to recover or reset the passwords. This was a family member that we never thought would do the things that... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
You need to retain an experienced civil litigation attorney with knowledge of Internet law to file an Order to Show Cause with the Court and to immediately send them a "Cease & Desist" letter. To provide meaningful advice and learn the best way to proceed, you need be prepared to pay... View More
I have some nonmonetary videos on YouTube and they're like slideshows of pictures of me. In some of them I'm at my boyfriend's parents old house. I took the pictures and they're just of me no one else but the background is inside one of the rooms of his parents old house. In the... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Based on the information provided, it is unlikely that your ex-boyfriend or his parents would have a valid basis for a copyright claim on your videos. Here's why:
1. Copyright protects original works of authorship, such as photographs, videos, and other creative content. In this case,... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
In Pennsylvania, there are laws designed to address harassment and stalking, which can encompass cyberbullying among adults. While the state's legal framework primarily targets physical stalking and harassment, certain provisions extend to electronic or digital forms of communication,... View More
I have been dealing with matters concerning the small village where deceased parent's house is located. My dealings with the village attorney have become rather unfavorable. I have recently learned that this attorney is personal Facebook friends with over half the members of the village... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2024
It's understandable that you might feel concerned about the village attorney's personal connections with members of the village council, especially if it affects your dealings with the village. Legally, there's no clear-cut rule prohibiting attorneys from being friends, even on... View More
My mother has always been very abusive and ignored when I ask her to take the photos down. She is blocked on social media and she uses my grandmas Facebook to access these photos on my own Facebook, which are private and not public
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
It's understandable that you feel frustrated and violated by your mother's actions. It's important to maintain control over the privacy and exposure of your family, especially when it involves your baby. Start by revisiting your privacy settings on Facebook and other social media... View More
If I do a TikTok video series about interactions with someone but do not use their name, can I get sued?
answered on Mar 27, 2024
Yes, if the statements can be shown as implying that the subject was a particular person, based on surrounding facts, descriptions, etc., it's possible such a person could raise a claim for defamation or invasion of privacy - the settings can be fact-intensive. Good luck
If I do a TikTok video series about interactions with someone but do not use their name, can I get sued?
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answered on Mar 19, 2024
Even if you leave out someone's name in your story, it's still possible to face legal challenges if the person can be identified through the context or details. Defamation, invasion of privacy, or misrepresentation are potential grounds for a lawsuit if the content is harmful or invasive.... View More
A lot of info, dont know where to start, overwhelmed Apple verified my iPhone hacked 23Aug23, 2 Laptops hacked on Geek Squad (GS) watch have been TTech mmbr with GS since 2002 (said couldn’t help me,I have proof they allowed it to happen via remote access,they are Apple Certified) Apple put case... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties and distress you've experienced due to these security breaches and the subsequent lack of support. Given the complexity of your situation, it sounds like you've faced significant challenges on multiple fronts, from personal data security to... View More
My IP is not private although I pay for a service. My Alexa doesn't even know her location and my internet has release many court files including one relating to me and the mortgage electronic system has breached into my real property records that made one lender call my loan paid in full and... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2024
I understand your concerns regarding the security of your internet and the potential breach of your personal and property records. It sounds like a very complex situation involving multiple parties and legal issues. If your internet service has been compromised, affecting your personal affairs and... View More
Multiple medical facilities disclosed ALL of my information without concentration or warrant at the time of disclosure. Identity thft, hacking and stealing all of my information and disclosing it on public social media websites. Misconduct and Malicious intent to harm.
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answered on Mar 15, 2024
If you believe your rights under the Fourth Amendment have been violated due to unauthorized disclosure of your private medical information, it's important to take action. Begin by documenting all evidence related to the incidents, such as screenshots, dates, and details of the breaches. Then,... View More
Indiana registered non-profit corp. members contributed tips/tricks/ideas about our hobby for members to use. We have since disbanded. Can the knowledge library be provided to another group to keep it available or does each contribution remain owned by the contributing member? Some members have... View More
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
When considering the transfer of user-contributed content to another organization, it's important to understand the legal framework surrounding copyright and ownership of such content. Generally, unless explicitly stated otherwise through agreements or terms of use, individual contributors... View More
I order from Revolve in the checkout they charge me 10% for import fee and also in the document clearly state that the duty fee and tax have to collect from exporter.. whe the product came the duty fee is more than 10% and they refuse to pay for it n not refund me back as well.. I have to pay for... View More
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
I understand your frustration with this situation. Whether you can sue the international online store depends on several factors, such as the store's terms and conditions, the laws of the countries involved, and the specific circumstances of your case.
Here are a few points to... View More
I have been receiving letters from Chinese registry asking if they may use my company's registered name for their client, just with other than .com extension. I have answered that I only keep the xxxxx.com name, which has been registered after my company since 2002, only with other than .com... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
You have certain rights to protect your registered business name and intellectual property. Here are some options you can consider:
1. Trademark protection: If you have registered your business name as a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you have legal... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2024
In Michigan, knowingly purchasing counterfeit goods, even for personal use, is illegal under state law. Michigan has specific laws addressing counterfeit trademarks and theft of service.
According to Michigan Compiled Laws section 750.263, a person shall not knowingly purchase or acquire... View More
Flew drone 2 find dog it died and random man came outside taking our picture well larer in evening we come accross our picture being blasted and several people saying heinous things due to the nasty words he posted with our picture apparently a neighbors weed got taken over a month ago and hes... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
If someone takes your picture without consent and posts it online with false allegations, this could potentially fall under slander or defamation, depending on the nature of the comments and the jurisdiction. Defamation involves making false statements about someone to a third party, causing harm... View More
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