Q: I posted my experience with a company I worked for. Can he sue me for defamation?
I worked for a company as an insurance agent. They owe me money from my sales. They accepted I was owed but reversed this by claiming I now owed them even after offering me a portion of my commission and a demand that I sign a waiver so that I could get my check. I refused to sign because they still owed me money. I then posted my experience with the company. They claim I have lost them business and now owe them $15,000.00. Am I able to counter sue? or what is the best way forward?
A: First, as I understand it they have not sued you, but only threatened to sue. Truth is a defense to an action for defamation; if what you said is correct they cannot successfully sue you. Also, they would have to prove the damages they are claiming. And, of course, until they sue, you cannot sue them with a counterclaim. If they still owe you, they can of course be sued by you.
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