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I burnt my father on July 23rdWent back three weeks later took me to the wrong grave

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
Stephen Arnold Black
You may have a case for cemetery negligence   in what state was Dad buried in?
You may have a case for cemetery negligence   in what state was Dad buried in?

Can I be sued/arrested for invasion of privacy.

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by attorney Michael A. Caldwell   |   1 Answer
Michael A. Caldwell
Sounds like no good deed goes unpunished.  Invasion of privacy is a civil tort. It is not usually a criminal act unless Maryland has a law that mimics federal law on computer security. From the facts you included I assume you had permission to use the computer including through remote access. I am assuming you were using it for the friend's benefit, in accord with the permission that you had received.I am also assuming that you and you went to the file folder because were looking for a reason why the program you were working on was misbehaving.  If these assumptions are correct, I can't see how you would be liable to your friend criminally or civilly. If they are incorrect, there could be repercussions under federal computer security laws--both civilly and criminally. You should consult with a local attorney should your friend continue to threaten to sue. that way s/he can advise you in how best to protect yourself from liability.   Michael A. Caldwell, DeLong, Caldwell, Bridgers & Fitzpatrick, LLC 404-979-3150 DeLong, Caldwell. . ... Read Answer
Sounds like no good deed goes unpunished.  Invasion of privacy is a civil tort. It is not usually a criminal act unless Maryland has a law that... Read Answer

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