How do I find out if the attorney I am considering hiring is legit?

Check the attorney's background with the state bar, do a google search, look them up on various professional networking sites, such as AVVO or...

Is it illegal to privately record audio of my divorce hearing in San Diego California and save the recording?

It may be illegal if the court does not allow recording, or if you did not get permission first. There should be a written court order, which will...

I Purchased a coffee grinder from WalMart . Opened box , seen and smelt marijuana . it was used and resold with drugs in it .

Be careful. If there was marijuana in it, you could have difficulties. You could report it to the police, but they may not believe you, and...

How can I be released from towing, storage, etc fees for my stolen vehicle?

If the car was reported stolen, and then later impounded, you should not be responsible for the towing and other fees. Contact the local police...

Is it a crime for law enforcement to use my American Express Card to purchase public record information without my consent?

Law enforcement cannot use your credit card without your permission, and I can't think of any situation where they would ask to use your...

My coworker video taped my manager and I(assistant) at work without our consent.

I don't think you have any claims against the co-worker over what you describe. As an employee, you have very few rights to privacy in the...

Since the gym is a public place, you probably have no right to privacy. But, most gyms have a no photo policy unless they grant permission. So...

I am a babysitter, the parents installed a camera with audio without telling me, is that illegal in California?

Yes that is legal. You have no expectation of privacy in their home. As an employee, you also have no expectation of privacy in the workplace -...

Is it legal for a nutritionist to tape your conversation without your permission an share it with her employer and supervisor

It depends on the circumstances. Where did the recordings take place? Was anyone else there? Did you have any indication that she was recording? ...

Is this some type of harassment?

You can ask the sender who signed you up, but they will probably not give you that information without some sort of fight. If you can establish...