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I am based in Orlando, Florida, and have been targeted by a business operating out of Toronto, Canada, owned by an individual with South Korean or dual Canadian-South Korean citizenship. The business doxxed me by posting photos from my private Instagram account on Twitter and requested their... View More 
I paid over $400 to a company to clean my empty house before moving. The maid sent cleaned two rooms poorly and left. After contacting the company multiple times, they agreed to resend the maid, but by then, the house was full of furniture, and their policies would not allow cleaning under such... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
In my professional opinion, ignore them and do not remove the Google review if its contents are factually accurate.
Can you sue a manager or leasing company in small claims court for defamation and refusal to reapply to a low-income property? I initially applied in person while living in Tennessee to a property in Sevierville. The manager falsely accused me of harassment after I contacted them per HUD guidelines... View More
If there's an argument between two neighbors, and a fight breaks out where the aggressor hits the other person with a stick, splitting their head open and requiring nine staples, what would the charges be? The police were involved and recorded the incident on body cameras. Medical records... View More
I'm dealing with a $387,000 judgment lien on my property from a personal injury claim I believe was obtained through fraud. They only accept $250,000 to settle, but I missed the appeal deadline. I face harassment from the claimant, who used abusive language and questioned my discovery... View More
I'm looking for information on the applicability of 42 U.S.C. § 1983 in cases involving punitive damages against an individual defendant. Specifically, how does the defendant's conduct, such as scienter record related to non-existent terminal disease and reckless or callous indifference... View More
I left a one-star review on my sister's Google business without any comment. She texted me, threatening to sue me for defamation and slander. She hasn't taken any legal action yet. Her business has only two reviews: a five-star from another person and my one-star. Can she legally sue me... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2025
Can she run to the courthouse and file any lawsuit complaint she feels like? Yes. Would it fly? It should not, and it should be tossed out upon an appropriate motion to dismiss. A pure opinion without any false statement is not actionable.
I observed a California attorney's comments over social media on his best friend's website. He falsely accused me of making threats and contacting the practice where he works. When I mentioned that legal practices have security teams to trace such communications, he just advised blocking... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2025
Yes.
Anyone can file an ethics complaint against an attorney.
The State Bar will investigate if what is complained of violates the Rules of Professional Conduct https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Attorneys/Conduct-Discipline/Rules/Rules-of-Professional-Conduct
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I was accused of predatory behavior by a non-profit organization I volunteered for, specifically of watching a group of women while they were changing, despite allegedly being warned to stop. I became aware of this accusation when another organization I tried to volunteer for informed me that I had... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Being accused of predatory behavior without evidence can be deeply distressing, especially when it affects your ability to volunteer elsewhere. The first step is to formally request the original organization provide evidence of the accusations. You have the right to know the specifics of the... View More
I have a property manager who is speaking negatively about me to my representative without my presence, and I believe she is spreading false information. What legal rights do I have to ensure that I am present during any conversations or meetings between my property manager and my representative so... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It’s completely understandable to want to be part of conversations where your character or situation is being discussed. In California, there isn’t a specific law that requires a property manager to include you in meetings or conversations with your representative unless there’s a legal... View More
I am seeking advice on whether I have legal justification to pursue damages for defamation/libel due to an online local news website posting inaccurate charges alongside my mugshot. The charges listed were not accurate, and this false information has led to repeated inquiries from my employer,... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you’re dealing with this—having your name and face linked to false information in public can feel deeply violating and damaging. In Kansas, you may have grounds for a defamation or libel claim if false statements were published, the publisher acted negligently, and those... View More
In 2018, my mother passed away, and I recently discovered in April 2025 that she and her granddaughter falsely claimed I was deceased in her will and estate documents. As a result, I was not named in the will, and my mother stated she had no children. The estate has already been probated and... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2025
When was the estate opened? When did you become aware there was an estate opened? When was the estate closed? 2018 is 7 years ago. If the estate is now closed for several years, and if you knew that your mother had passed away and that an estate was opened before the estate closed, then you... View More
I am currently living outside the country, but before leaving, I paid off my vehicle and had the title sent to my mother's house, where the truck was being stored. In April 2025, my mother forged my signature on the title and sold my truck without my permission. I have no evidence, as she held... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Vehicle Title Forgery Analysis
Your mother's actions constitute forgery and theft by conversion under virtually all state jurisdictions, representing both civil and criminal violations with potential felony implications. Forgery of vehicle title documents typically constitutes a... View More
My brother-in-law falsely accused me of writing on his truck. He called a friend of mine, alleging that I did it out of anger because he didn’t help me, but I did not commit this act. He often works on many people's cars, and it could have been someone else upset with him. This incident... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2025
You're in a tough spot, and it's understandable to feel stressed when someone is accusing you of something you didn't do. Since there’s no evidence proving you were involved, and you’ve already taken the right step by filing a police report, you’ve started protecting yourself... View More
At my school, people are engaging in harassment by spreading false rumors about me and my boyfriend, claiming we partake in inappropriate physical activities despite being minors. They also ask us inappropriate questions. We've requested them to stop, but the verbal harassment continues. We... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this. What you're experiencing is harassment, and you absolutely don’t deserve it. The first step is to start documenting everything—write down dates, times, names, what was said or done, and where it happened. Save any messages or online... View More
Can I use a phone conversation recording as evidence in court if the person who recorded the call was a participant in the conversation and gave it to me to help prove that someone lied about me, leading to my termination?
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Yes, in Georgia, you can generally use that recording as evidence in court. Georgia is a **one-party consent** state, which means that as long as **one person in the conversation** knew and agreed to the recording, it is legal. If the person who recorded the call was a direct participant and... View More
I live in Atlanta, GA, and my neighbors are repeatedly accusing me of a crime I did not commit. They yell through my door that I'm under surveillance and have begun following me to public places, making these accusations loudly. The police have not been able to help as no evidence supports... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
Dealing with false accusations and harassment can be incredibly frustrating, especially when the authorities don't seem to be taking action. First, document everything. Keep a record of the incidents, including dates, times, and what happened. If possible, get photos or video recordings of the... View More
I was falsely accused by my ex-wife of assault during a child exchange, which led to my arrest. Her boyfriend, a police officer, was involved and is listed on the incident report. I have video evidence disproving the allegations, and the charges were rejected by the DA. However, the situation has... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this — it sounds incredibly difficult and unfair. Since the charges were rejected by the DA and you have video evidence, you're in a stronger position to take next steps. You may want to explore filing a civil lawsuit for defamation,... View More
I need legal advice on a situation involving a tampered non-legal DNA test. Someone created fake lab information and sent it through a fake email to falsely show that a certain individual is the father of a child, even though he is not. No money was gained from this, and the individual was... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
This is a serious situation, even if no money changed hands or legal documents were filed. In Texas, creating fake documents or impersonating a legitimate source—like a lab—and sending false results through a fake email could potentially lead to criminal charges, including fraud, tampering with... View More
I am involved in a situation where DCS in Knoxville, Tennessee, claims that I am a s** offender. However, I have never been convicted of this as an adult; only a juvenile s**-related case exists in my past. This misinformation has caused me emotional distress and personal issues, such as my... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
What you’re dealing with is extremely serious, and your frustration is completely valid—especially when false claims are affecting your personal life and emotional well-being. In Tennessee, slander occurs when someone makes a false and damaging spoken statement about you. If a DCS (Department... View More
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