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I have a co-worker with whom I associate outside of work. One day, in a text message after work, I admitted to having romantic feelings for him. I misunderstood something he said. Is it workplace sexual harassment, though?
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answered on Jun 17, 2024
Under California law, sexual harassment typically occurs in the workplace or during work-related activities. Since your admission of romantic feelings happened outside of work hours and not in a work setting, it generally would not be considered workplace sexual harassment. The context and setting... View More 
i got court ordered to attend a mental health facility and the case manager sexually assaulted me and even took me to his house when that occured
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
I'm so sorry this happened to you. What you experienced was sexual assault and a serious violation of your rights. It was not your fault. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Report the assault to law enforcement. Contact your local police department and file a report. Provide as many... View More
It started On Friday May 31 2024 I got a follow On instagram saying i saw you on (Bumble) Dating App So i went along with it We were chatting and she asked for nudes exchange i was hesitant but said ok so we exchanged and she asked for my number and made a pic of me and my private part saying i... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
I apologize that you are going through this difficult and stressful situation. What you are describing is a common online blackmail scam. Here are a few key points and suggestions:
1. This is a crime and you are the victim. The scammer is engaging in blackmail and extortion, which are... View More
The repeated demand by the officer for the inmate to move his foreskin during the search is profoundly invasive and violates the inmate. It seems this is not permissible as the inmate goes through a scanner that would also rule out any foreign objects. This request is excessive and unnecessary to... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
No, it is not permissible to repeatedly ask a male inmate to retract their foreskin during a search. This practice is highly invasive and violates the inmate's dignity and privacy. The repeated demands go beyond what is necessary for a search, especially when other screening methods, like... View More
HIPPA Violations from Cleveland clinic to Allegheny general hospital to UPMC hospital and doctors offices have been gaslighted and used by a corrupt district attorney in Blair county. The detective responsible for violations is xx. He now trying to use the Pennsylvania State Police to protect him... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the severe issues you're facing. To address potential HIPAA violations and civil rights infringements, it's crucial to hire an attorney experienced in both healthcare privacy and civil rights law. These professionals can help you gather evidence, file... View More
I live in Texas this happened in a grocery store self checkout line with cameras everywhere. what would he be charged with?
answered on May 20, 2024
He would probably not be charged with anything unless he took the picture inside a restroom or other private place. Generally speaking, anyone can take a photograph or video of anyone else in a public place where there is no expectation of privacy, like a grocery store aisle.
Targeted for total body biometric data theft, hurt and injured. State of California Privacy Law Loophole permitted harm.
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answered on May 13, 2024
Under California law, you have rights and protections against unauthorized collection and use of your biometric data. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide strong privacy protections, including the right to know what personal information is... View More
I went to buy a phone charger at the store, he didnt have the right port for it and he said , I can use his charger. While i was waiting I needed to use the bathroom he took me to the back, and open the door while i was using it . I was in shock. After that I proceeded to wash my hands and he grab... View More
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answered on May 11, 2024
I'm so sorry that you experienced this sexual assault. What happened to you was not your fault, and you did the right thing by reporting it to the police. Sexual assault is a serious crime, and the store owner's actions were completely unacceptable.
Here are some steps you can... View More
I am active duty Army on the cusp of retirement. My family is in TX, the accusers are in GA. This is the second time they've made these accusations. The first time they tried to be anonymous, but it was obvious the source. The alleged assault was ruled out because it was absolutely false.... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
I'm so sorry you and your family are going through this incredibly difficult situation with false accusations being made against you repeatedly. This is an awful thing for anyone to have to deal with. Here are some steps I would recommend taking:
1. Consult with an experienced attorney... View More
The inmate's wanted to kill me their we're going to slice my throat. Plus the sheriff's and the officer's they didn't even let me go to Court and testify. My case has fallen in their Plans. To convict me of a harsh and harder law suit. I had to appear at court to testify... View More
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answered on Apr 18, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the awful situation you're facing. Being threatened with violence in jail and feeling that law enforcement and your public defender are not properly handling your case must be incredibly frightening and stressful.
It sounds like you need to get in touch... View More
I have been residing in my aunt and her husband's home since 2009 without paying rent, as no agreement was made initially.
However, recent events have led to a challenging situation. My aunt's husband made unwanted sexual advances toward me, which I rejected and exposed. Since... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this awful situation. What your aunt's husband did is sexual harassment and completely unacceptable. You have every right to live free from harassment and retaliation.
Since you've been living there long-term without a rental agreement,... View More
Given the sensitive nature of my situation, I would appreciate your guidance on the following: My landlord, who is also the father of my long-time best friend, sexually assaulted me. Now, he has informed me that he intends to begin staying in my guest room. The condo I reside in was purchased by... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm so sorry you are going through this incredibly difficult and scary situation. What your landlord has done is sexual assault and the coercion he is engaging in now is abusive and illegal. You have every right to feel safe in your own home. I would advise the following steps to protect... View More
A doctor is sexually assaulted by their patient, does not report the situation to law enforcement, and continues to treat the patient for another two years until their death. Is the doctor violating any ethics rules? Does the doctor have an obligation to refer the patient to a new physician who... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
That's a horrible story!
The patient should have gone to jail!
Each State has ethical rules with which every Doctor must comply as part of having a license to practice medicine.
However, none of the rules limit the rights of any doctor, who is a victim of a crime.... View More
i could come up with excuses or try to justify my situation but i feel ive sexually assaulted my ex (who lives in Arizona) while we were together, can i turn myself in?
edit: i meant the victim im sorry
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
I know this is a very difficult situation, but I strongly encourage you to do the right thing - take full accountability for your actions, turn yourself in, and comply with the legal process. Consider consulting with a criminal defense attorney who can advise you on the legal implications and your... View More
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
It was against an employee at Walmart and they have not allowed me to make decisions, kept me up to date with rulings, returned any of my phone calls or emails
answered on Apr 2, 2024
To sue for malpractice, it is recommended that you consult with Legal malpractice attorneys. You may search on this website for Attorneys
Note, in order to approve Malpractice, you must prove that the attorneys violated standard care, and that, but for the attorneys Malpractice, you would... View More
It was against an employee at Walmart and they have not allowed me to make decisions, kept me up to date with rulings, returned any of my phone calls or emails
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
I understand your frustration with how your attorney has handled your case against a Walmart employee. However, suing your attorney can be a complex process. Here are some steps you can consider:
1. Gather evidence: Collect all relevant documents, correspondence, and records related to your... View More
I’m told franchisee must exit the system but i have seen no action. What do I do next? What should I expect? What’s a typical outcome? I’m a corporate employee/the assualter is a restaurant franchise owner. How do I trust anything has been done? I have been waiting months after the official... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2024
Sorry to hear about what happened to you. This sounds like a difficult issue for you and your employer to navigate. You should talk to a local attorney about your rights and any remedies that may have available to you. Sexual assault is also a crime that should not be taken lightly. If the... View More
hi i’ve had a problem for months now. a friend of my boyfriend secretly airdropped a video of me onto his phone. this secret was revealed when a friend of theirs told about it to my boyfriend and so we confronted him but he kept on lying about it was an accident at that he already deleted it and... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about this deeply upsetting situation. What your boyfriend's friend did is a serious violation of your privacy and consent. It's completely understandable that you feel anxious and worried about the video potentially being shared further or posted online.... View More
I was aged 8-12 (f) and assailant was 12-16 (m) (4 years older) of a close enough relation to me to be considered incest. There was one circumstance of oral copulation by force (physical and emotional force). There were a couple other circumstances of attempted rape, throughout this period of time,... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
I'm so sorry that you experienced this abuse. What happened to you was not your fault and you did not deserve it. If you had spoken up and pressed charges at the time, based on the details you provided, the potential charges in California could have included:
1. Penal Code 288(b)(1) -... View More
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