Articles on Privacy Law

How to Report a Violation of Online Privacy Rights

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Online privacy rights are granted to individuals through The Privacy Act of 1974 and are more particularly addressed in the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1984. There are many privacy violations that can be reported. Several different agencies ... more »

How to Report an Invasion of Privacy

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If your privacy is being invaded, you may be hesitant to report it due to feelings of vulnerability or even embarrassment. But you should never forget that invasion of privacy is a crime, and like any crime, it must be dealt with. Privacy ... more »

How to Ask Telemarketers to Stop Calling

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Telemarketers seem to have an uncanny ability to know the worst possible time to call the house hawking their wares or services. There are ways to ask telemarketers to stop calling and do it where neither party is offended. All it takes is tact, ... more »

How to Avoid an Invasion of Privacy Charge

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The distinction between journalism that creates liability for invasion of privacy, and journalism that is protected by state law and the First Amendment is often unclear. The best protection against an invasion of privacy suit is knowledge of the ... more »

How to Determine What Rights Minors Have Under the Privacy Law

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The privacy rights of minors are protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act laws. The privacy rule under HIPAA outlines regulations for parental control and access ... more »

How to Differentiate Libel From Slander

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Libel and slander are both forms of defamation of character, which is illegal when purposely carried out with intent to injure. Generally, United States law requires the injurious statements to be made in public and presented as truth despite the ... more »

How to Hold a Legal Political Demonstration

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Freedom of speech is one of our most dearly held rights and a building block of any democracy. But there are laws that govern the assembly of people for the purpose of holding a protest rally. Follow these steps to learn how to demonstrate ... more »

How to Learn About Online Photo Rights

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Whether you want to protect the images you post online or you need to know if you can legally use another person's photo, understanding the rights attached to photo use online is essential. Copyrights, licenses to use images and other legal ... more »

How to Learn About Online Privacy in the Workplace

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At home, your online privacy is practically identical to your telephone or personal privacy, but the rules change when you are at the workplace. In some cases, judges have upheld the right of employers to monitor the online communications of ... more »

How to Learn About the Children's Online Privacy Act

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The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 is a federal law that went into effect in 2000 and exists to monitor and regulate the access of children under 13 years old to the Internet. If you have children who are under 13, this law ... more »

How to Learn About the Online Defamation Act

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In legal terms, any false statement made in a public way that can damage the image or reputation of an individual, specific product, or entity (such as a business, government or country) is an act of defamation. Online defamation differs from the ... more »

How to Learn About the Penalty for Invasion of Privacy

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Invasion of privacy is a violation we are protected against by the First Amendment. The First Amendment protects several aspects of privacy. Citizens are protected against unreasonable invasion of private space, using a person's name or likeness ... more »

How to Learn About When the Government can Violate Privacy Laws

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As technology improves and electronic eavesdropping becomes easier, it's important to know exactly what your privacy rights are, and when the government is allowed to violate them... more »

How to Legally Use Security Cameras to Avoid Breaking Privacy Laws

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Laws that govern how individuals can use hidden security cameras vary from state to state. Many people believe that the use of security cameras infringes on an individual's right to privacy. However, there are no strict federal regulations ... more »

How to Press Charges Against Someone Who Has Victimized You Via the Internet

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Although the Internet has opened the world to its users in so many ways, it has also opened the door for users (especially children) to become victims of online predators. There is legal recourse for those who have been victimized. Here's how you ... more »

How to Protect Your Records Under the Privacy Act

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Certain personal records are protected under the Privacy Act. The Federal Trade Commission works to enforce Privacy Act protections, but violations are often easier to avoid than to penalize. Exercising your rights under the Privacy Act and using ... more »

How to Prove an Invasion of Privacy Case

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Invasion of privacy claims can arise under the Constitution and statutes protecting privacy rights. More commonly, however, invasion of privacy claims arise under common law theories of negligence and outrageous behavior. Here are some tips to ... more »

How to Report the Breaking of Privacy Laws

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In the world of digital communication, an individual's privacy can be the first casualty. If you have a reasonable suspicion that someone is breaking privacy laws, you should report it to the police as soon as possible. Invasion of privacy can ... more »

How to Stop Computers From Calling Your House

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The phone is always ringing and it's always some computer or some telemarketer trying to sell you something. There are actually federal regulations governing telemarketing. The key is keeping track and following up on the most persistent ... more »

How to stop the calls from telemarketing companies

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Telemarketing companies are now saying when they first call you, "We are not a telemarketing company..." but actually, if they're trying to sale you something, they are. The FTC has provided us with a free service. If you no longer want ... more »

How to Sue a Magazine for Libel

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Legally, libel is considered the publication of defamatory written statements. As such, magazines frequently find themselves named as the defendant in libel lawsuits. If you believe you have sufficient reason to sue a magazine for libel, you ... more »

How to Sue a Newspaper for Libel

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Libel is the act of publishing statements known to be false, which injure or have significant potential to injure their subject on a personal or financial basis. Newspaper publishers are among the most common targets of libel lawsuits in the ... more »

How to Sue a Television Network for Libel

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Libel law governs published statements that are known to be false. They must also compromise the personal or financial well-being of the party at which they are directed. Because broadcasts are subject to copyright and publication laws, libel ... more »

How to Sue a Writer for Libel

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In general terms, libel is defined by the publication of written statements, which the originator knows or should reasonably know to be false and which cause significant financial or other injury to the party at which they are directed. In cases ... more »

How to Understand Your Legal Rights If You Violate Antitrust Laws

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If your company violates antitrust laws, punishment can include material or financial sanctions including the dissolution of your business. You must know your legal rights. Follow these steps to learn them... more »

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