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What happens if I use AI to create a sequel to a copyrighted novel?
Using AI to create a sequel to a copyrighted novel can raise copyright concerns, especially if the new work is closely based on the protected characters, plot, setting, or expression of the original book. In general, cop...
What happens if the person who hit me was driving someone else’s car?
If the person who hit you was driving someone else’s car in Louisiana, more than one insurance policy may potentially come into play. In general, the car owner’s insurance, the driver’s insurance, or both may be relevant...
How do I handle a DUI charge if I have a commercial driver’s license?
If you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and are charged with DUI in Minnesota, the issue can affect more than a regular driver’s license case. In general, a DUI charge may create criminal, licensing, employment,...
What happens if a private investigator records my conversation from outside my window?
In California, the answer usually depends on what was recorded, where the conversation happened, and whether anyone had a reasonable expectation of privacy. A private investigator standing outside your window does not au...
What happens if my AI-generated podcast intro sounds like a famous song?
If an AI-generated podcast intro sounds like a famous song, the main legal concern is that it may be close enough to raise copyright, trademark, or unfair competition issues, depending on the facts. In general, the close...
Can a divorce court divide stock options that have not vested yet?
In general, a divorce court may be able to address stock options that have not vested yet, but the answer usually depends on how the options were earned, when they were granted, and what purpose they were meant to serve....
What happens if a former coworker wrote on LinkedIn that I was fired for fraud?
If a former coworker posted on LinkedIn that you were fired for fraud, the post may create legal problems depending on what was said, whether it was false, and who saw it. In general, a statement accusing someone of frau...
My Phone Repair Shop Lost My Device — What Can I Recover?
If a phone repair shop lost your device in Illinois, you may be able to recover the value of the phone and, in some situations, related losses caused by the loss. What is recoverable usually depends on the facts, includi...
Is it defamation if someone falsely says my nonprofit misused donations?
In general, a false statement that a nonprofit misused donations can be defamatory if it is communicated to someone else and harms the nonprofit’s reputation. A statement like this may be especially serious because it su...
Is it legal for my insurance to cancel my policy after a DUI conviction?
In general, yes, an insurance company may be allowed to cancel or choose not to renew a policy after a DUI conviction, depending on the policy language, state insurance rules, the timing, and the reason the insurer gives...
How do I handle harassment from a former dating partner if there was no domestic relationship?
If a former dating partner is harassing you, the fact that there was no domestic relationship does not necessarily mean you have no legal options. In Washington, the available options often depend on what the person is d...
Is it legal for an apartment lease to say the landlord is not responsible for any repairs?
In Ohio, a lease may try to shift repair responsibility to the tenant, but a clause that says the landlord is not responsible for any repairs is not necessarily the end of the story. In general, lease language has to be...
What happens if several small damage incidents are added together over six months?
In Minnesota, several small damage incidents may sometimes be considered together, but not automatically. Whether they are “added together” usually depends on the legal claim, the facts, and how the incidents are connect...
How do I prove which dog bit me if two dogs were loose at the same time?
If two dogs were loose at the same time, proving which dog bit you can be difficult, but it is often possible to build a factual record from witnesses, photos, medical records, animal control reports, and other evidence....
Can a prenup cover student loan debt from before the marriage?
Yes, in general, a prenuptial agreement can address student loan debt that existed before the marriage, including how that debt will be treated during the marriage and if the couple later separates or divorces. In Virgin...