Illinois
Attorneys who defend troll victims
- William J. Mills: an attorney from Chicago. Very reasonable rates, alternative “shield” service (no motions but relief from harassing calls: trolls cannot call a represented defendant).
- Erin Russell: she was instrumental in defeating frivolous, farcical Guava case in the IL Cook County court.
- Andrew Cook of Saper Law Offices.
- Jeffrey Antonelli: an attorney from Chicago. His firm, Antonielli Law, accepts clients for Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, New Jersey, and Florida file-sharing cases.
- Jonathan L.A. Phillips: an attorney from Peria, IL; defends against trolls on a sliding income scale for clients.
Do not recommend
- Adam Urbanczyk (torrentlitigation.com)
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I will too! What’s the process?
sophisticatedjanedoe@yahoo.com : if you can redact the copy yourself, do it. If not, and if you trust me, leave this process to me: I’ll make sure no personal information is left (including metadata).
Thank you guys.
Getting the phone calls in the St. Clair case, can someone tell me the Richard Pryor response I need to use, instead of hanging up?
So here is the RPR – What To Tell The Troll When He Calls
1) I didn’t do it
2) The movie is not on my system
3) I will fight you in court
4) Have a nice day and don’t call back
http://dietrolldie.com/2013/03/14/update-to-the-richard-pryor-response-or-what-to-tell-the-troll-when-he-calls/
Sjd where did you find that the law group was dissolved?
Nevermind SJD I saw your other post. Thanks
Click the image and search for “Duffy”: — there is no way to directly link to the results.
I would like to express my gratitude to this website for the information provided. I am one of the Hubbard ‘does’ and the information enabled me to hang on awaiting Judge Wright’s decision and not waste my money on some form of settlement to these unscrupulous characters.
Where do you see there has been a change to the hearing date? I’ve not seen a modified order. Are you referring to one of the due dates for filing legal briefs regarding the motions to quash? My firm’s appearance is on file and I have seen no modified order, at least not yet
It’s been changed in the Circuit Clerk’s records. ( http://www.circuitclerk.co.st-clair.il.us/courts/Pages/icj.aspx )
Case Number: 13-L-0015
Filing Date: 01/09/2013
Next / Last Court Appearance: THU, MAY 16, 2013 AT 10:00 AM IN ROOM 404
Case: LW SYSTEMS VS HUBBARD
Judge: HON. ANDREW GLEESON
Case Type: LAW OVER – OTHER (L)
Case Status: Open
Billy Joe Williams handled my settlement overnight! He’s the best!!
Just got clarification on the hearing for May 16th at 10am. Apparently this hearing only has to do with motion(s) by the ISPs themselves in this matter, and the hearing for consumers’ Motions to quash is still at this point scheduled for June 27th. in the process of obtaining the relevant order and will post it soon.
What exactly does the April 13th order mean in the LW Systems vs. Hubbard case? I saw the document but it is a bit hard to read.
Anyone know this? Do we have an extension until June to file a MTQ? (LW Systems vs. Hubbard Judge Gleesons Order on April 13th)
I just got my comcast letter via UPS. I will be looking to find out what available documents are out there to be used to help file a defense. I guess I am going to wait it out for at least the third demand letter.
Which Troll/plaintiff? If you dont mind sharing also what state and number of does?
Thanks,
Malibu, Mary K. Schultz
anyone getting calls from Lutz saying they are ready to move forward with individual lawsuits?
I’m sorry … Poor choice of words! You are absolutely right! Much better verbage!
I just got the comcast letter. I downloaded the complaint, and it appears to be just against me only as it only lists one IP address. Any suggestions?
I just got my comcast letter. I downloaded the complaint, and it seems to be just against one IP address John Doe. Does that make a difference?
Does anyone have a link to a library of possible court documents that can be used against these people? Motions, counterclaims, discovery requests? We need a bit of a defense factory as that is exactly what the Plaintiff is. A factory. I happen to be a lawyer and I used to practice in federal court, but it has been some time. I could very well be willing to go to bat against these people in my own case.
I have teenagers in my household and god knows who else has access to my wifi.
You can start here. http://dietrolldie.com/motions/
Well, I just read the sanctions order in the Ingenuity Case dated May 6 or so. As a Lawyer, I understand a bit about litigation. I guess I have to decide whether to settle or go full bore at these people. Once I am personally named in a Federal Lawsuit, I have little reason to settle. I would be more than happy to make these people’s lives miserable. My only problem is that I appear to have assets. But, I am going through a divorce, and I can assure them that there is no judgment against me that will be collected. I can only imagine the depths of discovery that can be used against them. I suspect that someone has already assembled this arsenal of litigation material, but if this thing moves forward against me, I will be assembling one as well.
Also check out the Bellwether category at this blog and search this blog for “Fantalis”.
You people watch porn. You steal the porn. Then you go online and defame other people.
Is this Colette again?
No, this guy is from Chicago. Most likely Meanith Huon, or simply a forum troll.
Jesus said he without sin cast the first stone…but I guess you missed that one you religous right wing hate monger….typical IQ equals shoe size…and if that is the bests you can do to flame in a board you need to go baack to AIM chat and learn.
You watch porn. You still the porn. Then you go online and defame people and conspire on how to avoid getting caught.
I was thinking of contacting Lutz anonymously, and offering $500 for a full release against me as it relates to the Plaintiff. They can prepare the release and settlement agreement without ever knowing my name. My name will only be filled in at the settlement table when I show up with the $500. Otherwise, I will be filing the motion to dismiss:
http://dietrolldie.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/mtd-maness_01873co.pdf
And, of course, a full barrage of discovery.
Thoughts?
Jesus never watched porn. You clowns not only watch the porn, but you also steal the porn. God wants the world to know who you are because you are the greatest evil in America. You make slaves of other people’s sons and daughters. So before you get on your high horse, remember what you are: sexual deviants.
Jesus also ever trolled in other people’s forums. So remember who you are before climbing you your high horse.
Also, Jesus never attempted to rape women in his car.
Has anyone here filed a motion to quash the subpoena? What were the results?
For those that settled? How much and for how many movies?
Thanks
I believe so far there is one pro-se motion filed in the St. Clair County case if that is what you are referring to. There are tons of others, but all of them are filed by attorneys as far as I can see.
Well today I rec’d my second letter from Paul (Puffy) Duffy in regards to the Hubbard case … This time it wasn’t from the Duffy Law Group, It was from the Anti-Piracy Law Group … It says that they will begin to question my neighbors to see if they may have downloaded the porn, using our Wi-Fi connection … It goes on and on and is signed by Puffy himself … If you’d like a copy let me know … Doug E.
How many offices does Duffy have and are they ALL connected in every case (as the letters seem to have a scripted way of arriving). Duffy Law Group is dissolved … how about this one?? Is it legal to fire letters from several different entities threating this kind of stuff? Can I get a restraining order? Ha!
Yes, please. When you think these morally handicapped assclowns cannot fall lower, you learn something new.
If you get another one, make a complaint on the FBI Cyber Crimes division. Then respond with a letter saying 1. You didn’t download anything, 2. There is no such file on your computer 3. You will fight them tooth and nail if they wish to proceed with “litigation” and mention you have already filed a complaint with the FBI Cyber Crimes division complete with a reference number, and any more such letters will be forwarded to the FBI.
Much Luck, I received the Comcast letter in March, and have not heard anything since, no letters or phone calls to speak of. I have also made Comcast’s legal department aware of the sanctions, and pending criminal investigation on the organization that Comcast was going to release my information to.
Could I please send me the email address to mail it to … Thank you … Doug E
what is their offer?
There was no offer in this letter … But the first letter I rec’d was asking for $2400 … Doug E
This needs to be forwarded to the Illinois ARDC without delay.
Does anybody know what’s going on with 1:12-cv-06676 case? There are no movement since Feb 2013. How long does this case keep open?
http://ia601208.us.archive.org/27/items/gov.uscourts.ilnd.273028/gov.uscourts.ilnd.273028.docket.html
Thanks in Advance!!!
Does anybody know what’s going on with 1:12-cv-06676 case? There are no movement since Feb 2013. How long does this case keep open?
http://ia601208.us.archive.org/27/items/gov.uscourts.ilnd.273028/gov.uscourts.ilnd.273028.docket.html
Thanks in Advance!!!
No calls from Lutz last week. Any updates in the Hubbard case?
I understand that nothing should be sent to Schulz in regards to the exculpatory request, but should a call be made to her office to state innocence (RPR) or should the letter be completely ignored? The way the letter is worded, it makes it look as if she is planning on naming people individually, but is it more likely that many people will be named together as “does” in a suit?
It looks like Malibu Media and its trolls have moved from mass doe cases to individual ones. Troll are shifting their attacks, maybe they have more than a single time stamp against the individuals, they don’t care if they may have broken laws in collecting the data. Whatever you tell Shultz she will use it against you, you can always write a nice fu letter to her.
Do. Not. Call. Them. EVER. They will just single you out for more harassment. Do not send them letters. Do not contact them. Period. If you’d like to end up named, then by all means, send a letter. It’ll just show them that you’re concerned and you’ll be low-hanging fruit, they’re more likely to tighten the thumbscrews and demand MORE money and follow-through with their threats. You could retain counsel to shield you from the harassment since they’re less likely to sue you individually when they receive notice of representation. I’m not saying hire an attorney, I’m only saying that it’s one option. I chose to ignore them.
Understand this. Lipscomb (the puppetmaster, Schulz and Nicoletti, among various other scumbag local counsels, being the puppets), John Steele et al (who are fucked six ways from Sunday), Ira “I got tax problems” Siegel, Paul “Anal” Lesko, and any other troll I missed…none of them give a shit if you’re innocent, guilty, blind, deaf, mentally handicapped, mentally ill, dying, dead, if you have no hands, or if you weren’t even in the country when it was alleged to have occurred. In short, they do not care about guilt or innocence, they care about only one thing, MONEY.
(Disclaimer: The above is for discussion purposes only and not to be construed as legal advice.)
Guess gone good old times when you could ignore this thing completely?
And what exactly has changed? A tiny fraction of Does being “pursued” individually? Isn’t is something that Steele tried to scare everyone with? And?
It is pathetic for our Christian scholar to borrow page after page from Prenda’s book. Informal discovery? Been there, seen that. Now a barrage of John Doe lawsuits? Steele folded down and got himself headaches of individuals fighting back. Why should we expect something different from his twin crook Lipscomb?
Admittedly, Lipscomb is not as brazen and reckless as Steele, but the latter taught us very valuable lessons, which devalued Lipscomb’s threats significantly.
Anyone get any letters from the Comcast and guava case saying they are supposedly involved and asking for a settlement along with a discovery petition?
Yes, I got the letter a week ago, threatening to pursue further if I did not pay 4K. Offer “expires in 21 days”. This is for 12-MR-417. Letter was stamped/ signed by Brett Gibbs, In-House Counsel, Guava LLC Licensed only in the state of California.
Doesn’t even give you an exact date huh? just days and time lol now i know this is just a scare tactic heard anything else since that time lol its kinda funny how from what i know of i never received any other letter till know maybe they’re trying to get cash before they get in trouble!
No date but one could assume that the 21 days is from the date of the letter.
Yeah but from what ive heard from SJD and a couple of other people its a scare tactic specially if they already have your name and are trying to link you to the Comcast case when in that case they’re trying to get names and addresses just seems tooo much of a scare tactic
Yep, the order of events is: Letter from ISP saying they’ll be releasing your info soon, they release your info a few weeks later unless you get a successful motion to quash, then the first settlement letter ($4,000 is the usual. Varies wildly, however.) Then the next letter after that date it goes up to about $6,000 to settle, giving you “two weeks” to send them the money. Then about a month after that the phone calls begin. They will say they are ready to move forward and, that if you’d like to prevent costly legal fees to call them back. They will call every few weeks thereafter. Some have even gotten a THIRD settlement letter after all that. Take a look at it here: http://ia801602.us.archive.org/5/items/gov.uscourts.mnd.130416/gov.uscourts.mnd.130416.1.3.pdf
Drops the settlement price to the handsome sum of $1,500. Can you imagine the people scared into settling realizing all they had to do was wait it out and they’d get such a deal? Maybe it was a Presidents Day spectacular and they were offering crazy low rates!
I say all this and it might give the impression that ignoring the whole thing is the best course of action. However, I am most certainly not a lawyer – retaining one, if you can afford it, might be the best course of action.
As SJD can attest, most of us had little clue about the scary legal system when this all began… but we sure as hell acclimated fast!
TAD and SJD,
Do you still think the best approach is to ignore until you receive something legal (with real case numbers) and not just a exculpatory-evidence-request from a Troll Lawyer.
I was think in the same lines as TAD that by responding personally with a “RPR”, you are acknowledging you exist and am falling for the scare tactic.
thoughts?
So I got the LW Systems letter from Charter that got filed in St Clair. I have spoken to 3 lawyers all in the Chicago area and seems to be getting mixed reviews on going to Motion to Quash route. Anyone have an idea around what direction this new case going to go or if these motions are going to make any difference?
I want to know how many IPs are being asked for … hundreds … thousands??? Anyone know where to find that information.
I received a settlement letter today from the Anti-Piracy Law Group on behalf of LW Systems. Any suggestions on the best way to handle this now that they have my contact info?
I did too. First off, take a deep breath. We’ll be fine and get through it. What was your settlement $? Just curious as mine was $2,900.
You have options at your finger tips: 1. Ignore the letter, wait to see if they file a lawsuit against you individually (many claim this is unlikely but its up to you)
2. Hire a lawyer and respond.
3. Settle.
Do the LW Systems differ much from the Guava ones? Specifically, do they say what you’re being accused of (which websites, which downloads, etc.)? If not, it might be worth ignoring. If you choose do settle, do not do so without a lawyer.
What did you do?
My settlement amount was also $2900. Thanks for the info. Just out of curiosity, have you decided what route you’re planning to take?
I also got 1, $2900
Just curious, if everything goes horribly bad for the Prenda guys on March 11th, I wonder how that will affect the ‘suit’ that the settlement letters just went out for.
SJD or anyone have any ideas?
Route #1. I’ll post here with any updates, you do as well. Good luck.
How many movies?
This is total conjecture, so take it for what it’s worth, but March 11th was killer for these guys. I wouldn’t treat them with the same respect I would a used car salesman. They’ve likely got no ground to stand on, may be involved in straight up fraud. If I were you (and I’m not a lawyer), I’d ignore (but record) any threats they make. Those threats can be evidence against them later and should absolutely be saved. Again, I’m not a lawyer, and if you want bona fide legal advice, talk to one.
I also went for settlement…but it is 1000$…not 2900$
I think settlement can vary by plaintiff, whether or not you use a lawyer, which lawyer, whether they have your information yet, their mood that day etc…
So you paid them already?
Who did you use to help with your settlement?
Just got another call from Troll Lutz (How the number is named in my phone) … i didn’t answer but believe that it wasn’t to tell me they are dropping the Hubbard case!
P.S. the next hearing has moved up to May16th at 10am room 404 from the June 27th date … hmmm …. wierd.
Another call from Lutz … evidently they are ready to name a bunch of us in individual lawsuits. I kind of doubt it. ya never know.
“Evidently”? I could understand “ostensibly,” or at least “purportedly,” bot not “evidently”
It did not mention any movie titles or give a number … Doug E