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I host a gossip website about a celebrity. I've been sent a C&D by their attorney to shut it down or face legal action.
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Answered on June 11, 2012
You may have some good defenses to claims that you are responsible for posters, but you will need an attorney to bring them. If you cannot afford...
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I'm creating my e-commerce website, what is the best type of corporation for my business : the S corp or the LLC?
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Answered on June 11, 2012
It will pay you to consult with an attorney about the business model and some language about your intellectual property, and even some insurance....
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Legal ramifications of sharing people's personal information on a website without there consent?
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Answered on June 11, 2012
Whenever any of these people sue a poster, they will automatically sue you. Expect subpeonas, demands for documents, and the opportunity to appear...
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I found out through someone, there was someone pretending to be me on a dating site , and saying they were a military recruiter.
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Answered on June 11, 2012
I do not see an immediate claim for this deception, but it occurs to me that the person might be trying to collect information for ID theft....
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Can a woman on craigslist post and then later claim she is a minor and threaten to go to the police unless you pay her not to?
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Answered on June 11, 2012
Certainly a setup. Pay nothing; say nothing. The fact the original poster committed extortion makes it unlikley she will go to the police. From now...
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I am out on bond for assault and battery and was stopped for OUI 2nd.
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Answered on June 10, 2012
Especially in a smaller community like Walled Lake, word gets around. Brief your attorney so your attorney is prepared to deal with the new issue....
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If I was raped while overseas 3 years ago, is is too late to press charges? The offender lives in Greece.
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Answered on June 10, 2012
The crime happened in Michigan, or Greece? If in Michigan, make a police report. Be prepared to explain why you waited. Make a clear statement....
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Was arrested for what I think is reckless conduct: 720 ilcs 5/12-5-a. I am concerned with what the likely outcome will be.
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Answered on June 10, 2012
After first being ask to back away, no surprise that the office did whatever he felt was necessary to secure the crime scene. That is how they are...
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I'm baffled why a law firm would continue to represent a police officer who was not entitled to qualified immunity and who....
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Answered on June 10, 2012
I cannot see a basis for them to withdraw, can you? Officer will need representation.
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I am 27 and got a DUI on Friday night. It's my first one. I can't afford an attorney. Is it dumb to just plead guilty?
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Answered on June 10, 2012
There is no moving on after a guilty plea. Borrow from family, take out loans, sell whatever it takes to hire an attorney.
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