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This invasion of privacy led Smash to reach out to Kotaku’s legal representatives over the harassment. A lawyer named Lane St. Mocker issued a cease-and-desist letter to Smash, further complicating the narrative. Smash described his firsthand experience and expressed disbelief that someone with a law degree could behave so unprofessionally, likening his behavior to that of someone with severe social-emotional issues.
The Legal Arm: Cease and Desist and Questionable Practices
The attorney involved, Lane St. Mocker, seemed to have his own controversial reputation. Smash noted that he had researched the lawyer extensively after receiving the legal letter, finding him to display questionable judgment and stability—raising questions about how someone with such traits could practice law.