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Consult a Lawyer

The cluster features repeated recommendations for users to seek professional legal advice from a lawyer rather than relying on Hacker News discussions for legal matters.

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Sample Comments

arikrak • Mar 9, 2015 • View on HN

You should probably consult with a lawyer.

rcfox • Oct 8, 2011 • View on HN

Perhaps you should speak to an actual lawyer.

GFK_of_xmaspast • Dec 8, 2015 • View on HN

Have you considered asking an attorney?

heavyset_go • Jan 5, 2023 • View on HN

Talk to a lawyer about it, IMO.

mr90210 • Oct 3, 2022 • View on HN

Hmmm, you better check with a lawyer.

minimaxir • Apr 18, 2024 • View on HN

This is "get a lawyer" territory.

facorreia • Apr 14, 2014 • View on HN

You have to get a lawyer's advice.

throwawasiudy • Feb 10, 2017 • View on HN

Maybe I should talk to a lawyer...

plagiarist • Feb 20, 2025 • View on HN

This is probably more of a job for a lawyer.

nvader • Nov 18, 2022 • View on HN

My friend, sounds like you need a good lawyer.