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Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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  You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.  ... Read Answer
  You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact,... Read Answer

What legal advice can you take if Your father hacks your laptop illegally gets access to lots of private account info and bank statements

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways. However, you should consider that sending this type of letter could cause your relationship with your father  to be irreperable harmed and make family gatherings very uncomfortable.... Read Answer
You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the... Read Answer

am i married without knowing never have been or my spouse ive been with for 18 years

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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This is not an Internet question.   You will want to discuss your situation with a Family law lawyer in more detail.  Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.
This is not an Internet question.   You will want to discuss your situation with a Family law lawyer in more detail.  Many lawyers... Read Answer

can i sue someone for defamation

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com   www.LawyerJaffe.com You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter to the known third party.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   ... Read Answer
Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

Can a company file a case when conditions wasn’t stated in contract or it’s a scare tactic?

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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 Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com www.LawyerJaffe.com       Thank you for contacting me concerning your need for an Internet attorney.  I would be happy to discuss your questions on the phone.  We can schedule a call for almost any afternoon (Eastern time) including weekends.  There is no charge for this initial consultation and it is covered by attorney/client privilege. his sounds like a scam to me.  Do NOT send them any more monty.  I do not see where they have a case against you.... Read Answer
 Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

Did google search for my name and a personal "news" blog incorrectly used my photo when reporting on a murder of a person with same name in 2016

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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  Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com www.LawyerJaffe.com     Thank you for contacting me concerning your need for an Internet attorney.  I would be happy to discuss your questions on the phone.  We can schedule a call for almost any afternoon (Eastern time) including weekends.  There is no charge for this initial consultation and it is covered by attorney/client privilege. Just send me an email to begin scheduling your call.  ... Read Answer
  Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

Can I charge a person a “no show” fee if they fail to show for a class in which I reserved a spot for them?

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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If your TOS or your invitation conspicuously shows a cancellation fee you can charge it.
If your TOS or your invitation conspicuously shows a cancellation fee you can charge it.

Hi I am a watercraft influencer and recently I had somebody post my drivers license number and bash me on the Internet. What do I do to stop it

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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  Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com www.LawyerJaffe.com You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter to the poster.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   ... Read Answer
  Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

Does a PA (USA) Sole Proprietorship have to file DBAs for other states and Foreign Countries?

Answered 4 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com   www.LawyerJaffe.com    No, but I would recommend that you start an LLC.   There will be other questions you find as you seek to open an e-commerce website or App.  In my experience, working with a lawyer as you begin will save you a lot of money in the future. I have written a legal guide on this site with issues you will need to discuss with an  Internet attorney.  I have placed a link here for your convenience: http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/legal-steps-to-opening-a-new-e-commerce-Awebsite-app-or-blog... Read Answer
Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

Hi, would it be possible to sue Amazon for displaying advertisements on their kindle fire lock screen?

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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My Kindle does the same thing.  However, I agreed to this for the discount Kindle offered off the list price to accept this feature. Check and see if you also took the discount?
My Kindle does the same thing.  However, I agreed to this for the discount Kindle offered off the list price to accept this feature. Check and... Read Answer

Is it illegal for someone to post how much money I received on Facebook?

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.  ... Read Answer
You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the... Read Answer

Poaching of web content

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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If your friend has his own copyright he can send a DMCA take-down notice.  He can also sue for money damages based on HIS coyright.    
If your friend has his own copyright he can send a DMCA take-down notice.  He can also sue for money damages based on HIS... Read Answer

What to do about cyberstalking/ harassment

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Uploading or sharing sexual photos or videos of another person without their permission is a crime.  If they do this, you should contact the police.  However, I always caution people not to enter the legal arena without speaking with an attorney first to avoid any unintended consequences.   You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Uploading or sharing sexual photos or videos of another person without their permission is a crime.  If they do this, you should contact the... Read Answer

Can I sue T-mobile?

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail.  Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.
You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail.  Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.

bought nudes from a girl and she asked for some so I send one back and now she is threatening to send them to my family. is what she is doing illegal?

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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This is a common scam on the Internet.  There is no girl, there is no mother or father or detective -- only Internet fraudsters.   Do NOT send them any money.  They are trying to blackmail you, and you are the victim here - not some young girl who does not exist.   Block them and do not communicate with them in the future.   I have never heard of these fraudsters actually posting the pictures because 1) It takes time and makes them no money, and 2) It makes it too easy for them to get caught.   ... Read Answer
This is a common scam on the Internet.  There is no girl, there is no mother or father or detective -- only Internet fraudsters.   Do NOT... Read Answer

I feel like I have been discriminated against for not having the vaccine. My doesn't require it and my medial status has been jeopardized.

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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I agree that this post is inappropriate.  You should be able to get the website to remove it by contacting their customer service.   If not, you may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter to the poster.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
I agree that this post is inappropriate.  You should be able to get the website to remove it by contacting their customer service.   If... Read Answer

what is the penalty for going through my wifes phone

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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If your wife gave you her password to her phone  it is permission to go into it.  If she did not give you permission then you are a hacker and will have created liability for yourself.   As to your wife's cheating, you should think about speaking with a divorce and separation lawyer.   You may want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers  offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
If your wife gave you her password to her phone  it is permission to go into it.  If she did not give you permission then you are a hacker... Read Answer

My son post a bomb threat on the internet and was charged he is 13 will happen to him will he boys home

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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  You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation. 
  You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation. 

Lawyer for online skills game…

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Games of skill are legal in about 40 states while games of chance are not legal anywhere.   There will be other questions you find as you seek to open an e-commerce website or App.  In my experience, working with a lawyer as you begin will save you a lot of money in the future.   I have written a legal guide on this site with issues you will need to discuss with an  Internet attorney.  I have placed a link here for your convenience: http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/legal-steps-to-opening-a-new-e-commerce-website-app-or-blog   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Games of skill are legal in about 40 states while games of chance are not legal anywhere.   There will be other questions you find as you seek... Read Answer

How do you get a domain?

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Getting a domain name is easy - just use your browser to find dozens of domain name sellers.   There will be other questions you find as you seek to open an e-commerce website or App.  In my experience, working with a lawyer as you begin will save you a lot of money in the future.   I have written a legal guide on this site with issues you will need to discuss with an  Internet attorney.  I have placed a link here for your convenience: http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/legal-steps-to-opening-a-new-e-commerce-website-app-or-blog   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Getting a domain name is easy - just use your browser to find dozens of domain name sellers.   There will be other questions you find as you... Read Answer

Is it possible to hire a non local employee from another country to work online?

Answered 4 years and 7 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com   www.LawyerJaffe.com If this person is going to be a W-2 employee, you don't need anything but to add them to your payroll. If this person is going to be an independent contractor you should have an attorney write a contract between you and them.   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

Can you sue for defamation or libel for a Facebook post?

Answered 4 years and 7 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com www.LawyerJaffe.com You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter. to the poster  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

I (California) have been harassed online for a year+ (Florida). This means constant death/rape threats/explicit images. I have his full name and town.

Answered 4 years and 7 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com   www.LawyerJaffe.com You may want to consider hiring a lawyer to send a Cease-and-Desist letter to your stalker.  While a cease-and-desist letter has little legal impact, the lawyer's letterhead gets the recipient’s attention.   This is a relatively inexpensive way to put the person on notice that you are not going to let these actions continue and that you are serious about pursuing your legal remedies.  It also tells the person that they could get in legal hot water which will cost them a lot of legal fees if nothing else.  This will often convince them to stop their evil ways.   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

internet business

Answered 4 years and 7 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330) 983-4842 attorneyjaffe@aol.com www.LawyerJaffe.com Adult websites are highly regulated with additional requirements under the law.  You need an attorney to help you each and every step of the way.   There will be other questions you find as you seek to open an e-commerce web site or App.  In my experience, working with a lawyer as you begin will save you a lot of money in the future.   I have written a legal guide with issues you will need to discuss with an  Internet attorney.  I have placed a link here for your convenience: http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/legal-steps-to-opening-a-new-e-commerce-website-app-or-blog   You will want to discuss your situation with a lawyer in more detail. Many lawyers offer a free phone consultation.... Read Answer
Andrew M. Jaffe Attorney at Law 2375 Covington Rd, Suite 315 Fairlawn, Ohio 44313-4358 (330)... Read Answer

How concerned should I be? How likely is it that the FBI is going to come with a search warrant?

Answered 4 years and 7 months ago by Andrew Mark Jaffe (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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I would be surprised if the authorities would come after someone who never signed in to an account.  In the unlikely event that the authorities do come to your door, do NOT say anything without hiring a lawyer to represent you.
I would be surprised if the authorities would come after someone who never signed in to an account.  In the unlikely event that the authorities... Read Answer
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