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Arbitration agreement prior to surgery.

David's answer | Answered on January 29, 2013

As other fine lawyers have suggested, you must consult an attorney to review your particular arbitration agreement. Some jurisdictions do not look...

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I am an independent contractor. The director of the facility where I work is committing copyright infringement.

David's answer | Answered on January 29, 2013

Hi. It is up to you to determine your own potential liability, and act accordingly by consulting counsel. Depending on the circumstances, there is...

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NEED HELP ASAP! Credit Card stolen and used, Suspect is known, What are my possible legal rights?

David's answer | Answered on January 29, 2013

I am going to assume that you have already cancelled the card. As has been suggested, report the incident to the police, and employ the credit...

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My wife and I were wondering the best way to borrow money from my mother. We want to use the money to pay off our rental house.

David's answer | Answered on January 29, 2013

Don't do it. Pretty stark advice, but you are asking the question, not your Mother. I have seen and/or participated in too many intra-family...

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Website has no terms of service. What does this mean legally and what are they allowed to do?

David's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Stay away. Or ask them to see their "terms of service," you were unable to find them on the site. That will flush them out. I would not feel...

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Can I use another company's logo on the online courses for teaching students? (for profit educational purpose)

David's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

I am taking a little different tack than my learned friends, except to say that you really should consult an attorney with your specific facts. It...

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Is there a lawsuit or civil action that can be taken against someone that is a habitual liar?

David's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Are you sure you are not talking about someone I know? Sorry, it was a moment. The simple answer is, there must be a legally cognizable injury...

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I'm in Pro Per. The defense has designated their expert witness who coincidentently was a Doctor I was a patient for 10+ years

David's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Sorry to say what is so common to hear, but it depends. When did your relationship with the Doctor end? Is the Doctor being designated as a medical...

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If I build a smart phone app that explains how to do something that is technically illegal can I be sued if someone is caught?

David's answer | Answered on January 27, 2013

Assuming you were aware of the pun when you used the phrase "position ourselves," I think it is best to divide your inquiry into three distinct...

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Seeking an entertainment lawyer that has worked with filmmakers.

David's answer | Answered on January 27, 2013

You are wise to seek legal assistance to liaise with film-makers, entertainment entities, and the like. Many lawyers who work in the field have...

David Lawrence Berke's Answers (40)

Arbitration agreement prior to surgery.

I am an independent contractor. The director of the facility where I work is committing copyright infringement.

NEED HELP ASAP! Credit Card stolen and used, Suspect is known, What are my possible legal rights?

My wife and I were wondering the best way to borrow money from my mother. We want to use the money to pay off our rental house.

Website has no terms of service. What does this mean legally and what are they allowed to do?

Can I use another company's logo on the online courses for teaching students? (for profit educational purpose)

Is there a lawsuit or civil action that can be taken against someone that is a habitual liar?

I'm in Pro Per. The defense has designated their expert witness who coincidentently was a Doctor I was a patient for 10+ years

If I build a smart phone app that explains how to do something that is technically illegal can I be sued if someone is caught?

Seeking an entertainment lawyer that has worked with filmmakers.