Legal

From courtroom drama to everyday absurdities, our Legal section brings you the lighter side of law. We explore real laws, strange rulings, and hilarious legal loopholes that make you wonder: Who signed off on that?

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Can I Sue my past for ruining my future?
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Can I Sue my past for ruining my future?

We have all looked back at old photos and cringed at past mistakes like ignoring our health, a bad investment or staying in...

If my self-driving car runs a red light and causes an accident, who bears legal responsibility?
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If my self-driving car runs a red light and causes an accident, who bears legal responsibility?

Self-driving cars are becoming common nowadays. You can go anywhere with a voice command while you relax in your car. But what happens...

Can I adopt a robot and claim child tax credits?
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Can I adopt a robot and claim child tax credits?

Society is changing rapidly nowadays with the introduction of new technology. People are marrying robot wives and husbands. If someone can marry a...

Is it illegal to ghost someone if you signed a friendship contract?
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Is it illegal to ghost someone if you signed a friendship contract?

Let’s look at this scenario: you have found a close bond with a friend, to the extent that you cannot stay an hour...

If I train a parrot to commit credit card fraud, am I liable or is the bird?
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If I train a parrot to commit credit card fraud, am I liable or is the bird?

Parrots are intelligent social animals with fascinating and emotionally rich relationships with people. These intelligent birds can mimic human speech and some even...

If I livestream my life 24/7, can I charge people for watching and make it a legal job?
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If I livestream my life 24/7, can I charge people for watching and make it a legal job?

Turning your life into a reality show, streamlined around the rock is a laudable idea that can earn you good sums of money....

If I make a puppet say something illegal, am I guilty or is the puppet?
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If I make a puppet say something illegal, am I guilty or is the puppet?

Globally, puppets are known for their expressive story telling and their ability to embody exaggerated ideas. For centuries, puppets have been used for...

Can a hologram be held liable for defamation?
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Can a hologram be held liable for defamation?

Holograms have become a convenient means of communication, entertainment, and business presentations.This application has advanced in ways that can speak, perform, and even...