Q: Is there anything I can do about my landlords making slander remarks to potential renters about me.
A: Yes, if your landlord made a statement about you that is false, and made that statement to a third-party, that injured your reputation, then you can file a lawsuit against the landlord for defamation of character. You would need to establish that the statement was heard and the witness that heard it will testify in your favor, and you would also need to show that the statement was false. You would also need to prove how you were damaged, unless the statement that he made about you accused you of being or committing a crime, accused you of having a disease, accused you of being dishonest in business, or accused you of having a loathsome disease. You should discuss the facts of your case with counsel here in the state of Florida. Please excuse any typos, as this message was dictated into a microphone device. Thank you
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