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Ursa Falcone

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12-30-2004 07:00

I have alot of life experience and seem to be able to work through tough times etc. I was thinking of opening an advice service... not exactly psychology, but still help with emotional trauma that may crop up in SL I will have a small cozy office in my home and hang out a shingle.

Do you think this is a legal nightmare or am I being paranoid? I really don't think there is a liabiility.. but I am not absolutely sure.

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Nora Belvedere

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12-30-2004 07:13

I am simply blown away after reading this post in it's entirety.

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Ursa Falcone

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12-30-2004 07:16

But the question is will you sue me because of it!!!

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Garth FairChang

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12-30-2004 07:17

Ursa, Do you council for SL withdrawl?

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Clint Cartier

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Join date: 16 Apr 2003

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12-30-2004 07:19

Um,
If some sue happy cappachino sippy crybaby sue's you in RL because he went into a GAME to seek advice, the computer illiterate judge will laugh him out of the courthouse.

Ursa Falcone

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Join date: 26 Mar 2004

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12-30-2004 07:24

Garth - SL withdrawel is one of my specialties. I can fit you in next week sometime - after I put a few cubes together for a desk and I of course need a fainting couch.

Clint, will you be my receptionist?

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Clint Cartier

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12-30-2004 07:26

No I cant.
But you can rent office space at my mall in milu.

Nora Belvedere

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12-30-2004 07:27

From: Ursa Falcone

But the question is will you sue me because of it!!!

No we'll be friends now

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Anshe Chung

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Join date: 22 Mar 2004

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12-30-2004 07:37

Oh, this is one great idea

I think SL might present both one great medium and also good market for such service. While Second Life offer unique and fascinating opportunities to all of as that have big draw on people in general, it may also be used as escape route by some. And helping those people find their way back and make more of their RL would indeed be valuable service. I think I already met several people in SL who could profitate from this.

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Cadroe Murphy

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12-30-2004 07:47

No one sued Lucy!

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Ursa Falcone

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12-30-2004 07:52

Anshe - thanks for the support! Ha! No names will be mentioned of course and the need for confidentiality will be held respected as in RL -- except for the book I will write - but there I will change the names

The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat.. is a great title that has unfortunately been used.
I am thinking The Furry Who Mistook the W-hat for T-paper might be a better title for SL. Heh Heh.

And Cadroe - I actually want a traveling booth just like that ... small - simple and something I can fly around in... then I won't have to rent office space from Clint!

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Clint Cartier

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12-30-2004 08:10

From: Ursa Falcone

And Cadroe - I actually want a traveling booth just like that ... small - simple and something I can fly around in... then I won't have to rent office space from Clint!

DOH!

Rose Karuna

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12-30-2004 08:11

Ursa - Just hand out a note card with the standard disclaimer. Make it somewhat humorous and you can always argue in court that it was only intended as humor.

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Pendari Lorentz

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12-30-2004 08:27

From: Cadroe Murphy

No one sued Lucy!

haha.. this was the first thing that came to my mind too Cadroe!

Ursa, can't help with the legal speak, though I tend to side with Clint that it would seem pretty hard for someone to sue you. And yes, like Rose states, just make a disclaimer type notecard. If you solicit it as "advice" and not "legal or medical fact", then you should have no worries.

PS: Let me know if you set up shop! I think I could use you! hehe

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Urusula Zapata

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12-30-2004 08:31

I think it is a great idea. I sure would have used you yesterday. Oh wait. I did. You really helped me feel better about things. I think you are perfect for the job

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Paolo Portocarrero

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Join date: 28 Apr 2004

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12-30-2004 08:33

Just be sure to know your limits. Any time the scope of the problem reaches beyond your capabilities, you probably want to be prepared with some referrals to professional service organizations.

Topics I would definitely suggest you not tackle include:

1. Suicide
2. Harming others
3. Divorce/separation
4. Abuse
5. Major financial issues
6. Major health issues

Otherwise, a friendly, neighborhood "Dear Abby" service would be a welcome addition to SL! Creative idea.

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Ahkin Pierce

Second Life Resident

Join date: 15 Nov 2004

Posts: 227

I need help!!!

12-30-2004 08:39

I think I am too Inapropriate! Can you help me?

Ahkin Pierce

Second Life Resident

Join date: 15 Nov 2004

Posts: 227

Damn it

12-30-2004 08:43

I should have asked if i could be your Assistant and handle your Schedule before i told you i was Inapropriate.

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Ursa Falcone Rocket Scientist Join date: 26 Mar 2004 Posts: 1,989	12-30-2004 07:00 I have alot of life experience and seem to be able to work through tough times etc. I was thinking of opening an advice service... not exactly psychology, but still help with emotional trauma that may crop up in SL I will have a small cozy office in my home and hang out a shingle. Do you think this is a legal nightmare or am I being paranoid? I really don't think there is a liabiility.. but I am not absolutely sure. _____________________ From: someone Jeska Linden: I'm closing this thread because it's obviously overstepped the boundaries of useful conversation, even for the off-topic forum.
Nora Belvedere Ask me about being an alt Join date: 25 Sep 2004 Posts: 267	12-30-2004 07:13 I am simply blown away after reading this post in it's entirety. _____________________ Coming soon, as RITA GROSHOMME!
Ursa Falcone Rocket Scientist Join date: 26 Mar 2004 Posts: 1,989	12-30-2004 07:16 But the question is will you sue me because of it!!! _____________________ From: someone Jeska Linden: I'm closing this thread because it's obviously overstepped the boundaries of useful conversation, even for the off-topic forum.
Garth FairChang ~ Mr FairChang ~ Join date: 24 Jun 2003 Posts: 275	12-30-2004 07:17 Ursa, Do you council for SL withdrawl? _____________________ Garth FairChang ~Cheeky Brit~ ' Have a nice day ' http://www.fairchang.com
Clint Cartier Registered User Join date: 16 Apr 2003 Posts: 122	12-30-2004 07:19 Um, If some sue happy cappachino sippy crybaby sue's you in RL because he went into a GAME to seek advice, the computer illiterate judge will laugh him out of the courthouse.
Ursa Falcone Rocket Scientist Join date: 26 Mar 2004 Posts: 1,989	12-30-2004 07:24 Garth - SL withdrawel is one of my specialties. I can fit you in next week sometime - after I put a few cubes together for a desk and I of course need a fainting couch. Clint, will you be my receptionist? _____________________ From: someone Jeska Linden: I'm closing this thread because it's obviously overstepped the boundaries of useful conversation, even for the off-topic forum.
Clint Cartier Registered User Join date: 16 Apr 2003 Posts: 122	12-30-2004 07:26 No I cant. But you can rent office space at my mall in milu.
Nora Belvedere Ask me about being an alt Join date: 25 Sep 2004 Posts: 267	12-30-2004 07:27 From: Ursa Falcone But the question is will you sue me because of it!!! No we'll be friends now _____________________ Coming soon, as RITA GROSHOMME!
Anshe Chung Business Girl Join date: 22 Mar 2004 Posts: 1,615	12-30-2004 07:37 Oh, this is one great idea I think SL might present both one great medium and also good market for such service. While Second Life offer unique and fascinating opportunities to all of as that have big draw on people in general, it may also be used as escape route by some. And helping those people find their way back and make more of their RL would indeed be valuable service. I think I already met several people in SL who could profitate from this. _____________________ ANSHECHUNG.COM: Buy land - Sell land - Rent land - Sell sim - Rent store - Earn L$ - Buy L$ - Sell L$ SLEXCHANGE.COM: Come join us on Second Life's most popular website for shopping addicts. Click, buy and smile
Cadroe Murphy Assistant to Mr. Shatner Join date: 31 Jul 2003 Posts: 689	12-30-2004 07:47 No one sued Lucy! _____________________ ShapeGen 1.12 and Cadroe Lathe 1.32 now available through SLExchange.
Ursa Falcone Rocket Scientist Join date: 26 Mar 2004 Posts: 1,989	12-30-2004 07:52 Anshe - thanks for the support! Ha! No names will be mentioned of course and the need for confidentiality will be held respected as in RL -- except for the book I will write - but there I will change the names The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat.. is a great title that has unfortunately been used. I am thinking The Furry Who Mistook the W-hat for T-paper might be a better title for SL. Heh Heh. And Cadroe - I actually want a traveling booth just like that ... small - simple and something I can fly around in... then I won't have to rent office space from Clint! _____________________ From: someone Jeska Linden: I'm closing this thread because it's obviously overstepped the boundaries of useful conversation, even for the off-topic forum.
Clint Cartier Registered User Join date: 16 Apr 2003 Posts: 122	12-30-2004 08:10 From: Ursa Falcone And Cadroe - I actually want a traveling booth just like that ... small - simple and something I can fly around in... then I won't have to rent office space from Clint! DOH!
Rose Karuna Lizard Doctor Join date: 5 Jun 2004 Posts: 3,772	12-30-2004 08:11 Ursa - Just hand out a note card with the standard disclaimer. Make it somewhat humorous and you can always argue in court that it was only intended as humor. _____________________ I Do Whatever My Rice Krispies Tell Me To
Pendari Lorentz Senior Member Join date: 5 Sep 2003 Posts: 4,372	12-30-2004 08:27 From: Cadroe Murphy No one sued Lucy! haha.. this was the first thing that came to my mind too Cadroe! Ursa, can't help with the legal speak, though I tend to side with Clint that it would seem pretty hard for someone to sue you. And yes, like Rose states, just make a disclaimer type notecard. If you solicit it as "advice" and not "legal or medical fact", then you should have no worries. PS: Let me know if you set up shop! I think I could use you! hehe _____________________ hugs everyone
Urusula Zapata I love my Pugs! Join date: 20 Mar 2004 Posts: 1,340	12-30-2004 08:31 I think it is a great idea. I sure would have used you yesterday. Oh wait. I did. You really helped me feel better about things. I think you are perfect for the job _____________________ Get your decorated jeans, shorts and shirts at Jeans & Things by Urusula. Don't forget to check out Lecktor's Crappy T's while you are there. Jeans & Things by Urusula at Healy (190, 247) Shorts and shirts on SLBoutique.
Paolo Portocarrero Puritanical Hedonist Join date: 28 Apr 2004 Posts: 2,393	12-30-2004 08:33 Just be sure to know your limits. Any time the scope of the problem reaches beyond your capabilities, you probably want to be prepared with some referrals to professional service organizations. Topics I would definitely suggest you not tackle include: 1. Suicide 2. Harming others 3. Divorce/separation 4. Abuse 5. Major financial issues 6. Major health issues Otherwise, a friendly, neighborhood "Dear Abby" service would be a welcome addition to SL! Creative idea. _____________________ Facades by Paolo - Photo-Realistic Skins for Doods > Flagship store, Santo Paolo's Lofts & Boutiques > SLBoutique
Ahkin Pierce Second Life Resident Join date: 15 Nov 2004 Posts: 227	I need help!!! 12-30-2004 08:39 I think I am too Inapropriate! Can you help me?
Ahkin Pierce Second Life Resident Join date: 15 Nov 2004 Posts: 227	Damn it 12-30-2004 08:43 I should have asked if i could be your Assistant and handle your Schedule before i told you i was Inapropriate.

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