Questions answered by Nicholas Basil Spirtos

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In California are my in person secretly recorded conversations between my Ex and I admissible in court?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

It is illegal to record confidential communications without the consent of the other party. Such recorded communications are generally not...

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311 calls made by a caller

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

If you are warned that your call may be recorded, and you continue with the call, then that will be considered to be consent to the recording. It...

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Is it illegal for insurance C.O to look over your wall from street into your backyard and take pictures without anyones consent?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

Maybe your mother is using the insurance issue as a ruse to get you to clean up. But, an insurance company can ask that risks be removed or they...

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Under what circumstances will a therapist break confidentiality?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

First, a school nurse may not be a therapist, so telling a nurse something personal and confidential may not be a really good idea. Licensed...

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In what circumstances does it become illegal to film (video & audio) a person (or multiple people)?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

The laws regarding video and audio recording differ from state to state. You will need to ask attorneys in other states for their opinion. I can...

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Can a homeowner sue for non - disclosure of an abandoned well on a property ( town home ) discovered 20 + years after purchase

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

After 20 years, you may be too late. Is the well on your property? Or is it on an adjacent property? That may make a big difference. Contact a...

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Can I withhold payment to a contractor to cover my deductible for damage the contractor caused? (California)

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

Yes. Before you withhold anything, contact the tree trimming company, explain what you are doing, and try and get them to agree. If they won't...

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Can I have illegally parked vehicles towed?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

Contact the police or federal agents with authority over the area. If they believe the cars are illegally parked they can issue a citation and tow...

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Retaliatory action and property manager

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

If you are on a month to month tenancy, they can evict you with a thirty day notice. If you have a lease, then they can still evict you, but it is...

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Should I worry about my license being taken down after getting caught with my boyfriend in front of his neighbors house?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

No, I do not believe that you can get in any trouble, unless your city has an anti-loitering ordinance and the neighbor decides to file a citizens...

Nicholas Basil Spirtos's Answers (14282)

In California are my in person secretly recorded conversations between my Ex and I admissible in court?

311 calls made by a caller

Is it illegal for insurance C.O to look over your wall from street into your backyard and take pictures without anyones consent?

Under what circumstances will a therapist break confidentiality?

In what circumstances does it become illegal to film (video & audio) a person (or multiple people)?

Can a homeowner sue for non - disclosure of an abandoned well on a property ( town home ) discovered 20 + years after purchase

Can I withhold payment to a contractor to cover my deductible for damage the contractor caused? (California)

Can I have illegally parked vehicles towed?

Retaliatory action and property manager

Should I worry about my license being taken down after getting caught with my boyfriend in front of his neighbors house?