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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Contracted employee making unfounded defamatory statements about the business owner and other staff members-

Such comments include reference to another employee's sexual orientation and religious beliefs. There are other staff members (men, and additional LGBTQ staff) who have shared that this employee harasses them via text during the work day and in their off work hours. What recourse does the... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2024

In the case of a contracted employee making defamatory statements and engaging in harassment, the employer, especially in a private school in New Jersey, does have recourse to address this behavior. While the employee is under contract, it's important to review the contract terms carefully to... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: My therapist and I were discussing my ex and he said that it's possible she had a personality disorder and I posted it

I posted what my therapist said about my ex. I didn't mention her name. Can I get sued?

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

Under New Jersey law, defamation suits typically involve making a false statement about someone that harms their reputation. However, in your case, since you didn't mention your ex's name, it significantly reduces the risk of a defamation claim. Anonymity in your post makes it difficult... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: I believe I have been a victim of libel in my workplace does this situation fit the parameters to pursue legal action?

a complaint was submitted via email to the VP of my org from another VP that contained inaccurate information and blatant lies about me. I have evidence proving each item was a fabrication. I have been suffering with insomnia since being informed of this complaint as I am plagued with stress and... View More

Jadder Josué Sánchez Alvarado
Jadder Josué Sánchez Alvarado
answered on Oct 20, 2023

Sure , you can start a process again him , remember this situation may carry other consequences in the near future. So, I suggest to present a lawsuit as soon as possible. Libel propagates smoothly and quickly.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: I am 17. I scheduled a motorcycle lesson than canceled. The owner is threatening to sue me for my negative review.

I scheduled a appointment with a company to learn how to ride a motorcycle. After unforeseen circumstances I asked if I could get a refund, he said no but you can reschedule. For months I was busy and unable to schedule a time that worked. He had said that he only give refunds if you are injured.... View More

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on May 28, 2023

Unless your parents have the funds to retain counsel for you, then you will not be able to have representation. This so-called no refunds policy is not binding and you are not old enough to sign a legally valid contract. You need to involve your parents in this. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Education Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Can I sue against a guidance counselor and teacher for false allegations?

My son has autism and the guidance counselor said that my son made a "comment" that led up to cps getting involved. My son doesn't speak well nor does he understand a lot. Teacher has been making small complaints about my son since September about him not participating, not doing... View More

Richard Diamond
Richard Diamond
answered on Feb 22, 2023

This is a question best directed to a lawyer that specializes in claims against school officials for abusive practices.

2 Answers | Asked in Internet Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: If you post an opinion on social media can it be slanderous

I posted a statue on social media with a disclaimer “in my opinion “ and now an attorney says it is slander because I misinterpreted the statue. And discredited his work on a filed Resolution

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Oct 23, 2022

Adding your opinion to something will generally not protect you against a possible slander law suit.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Real Estate Law, Domestic Violence and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: In New Jersey, if a two people buy a house together, how is the ownership divided if contributions were not equal?

In this scenario, the people in question got divorced before the house was purchased, however they lied on their bank application when getting the loan, and said they were still married.

Now the ex wife who has contributed only a portion of the initial downpayment and no mortgage payments... View More

Morris Leo Greb
Morris Leo Greb
answered on Oct 19, 2022

Since you were not married when you purchased the property, you are tenants in common. If the deed does not mention the specific ownership interest of each party, you each have a 50% interest in the property.

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: My ex is blackmailing me. He wants money & is threatening to contact my family & job to mess w/my life. What should I do
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answered on Jul 29, 2022

Call the police and file a Temporary Restraining Order, which will put a stop to this, or if he violates it, then it is a criminal offense. Next you need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney with extensive domestic violence trial experience to represent you. With modern technology, you can... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Someone threatened to sue me for therapy cost?

I bought something online. The seller said it's in very good condition but it wasn't the moment it arrived. I asked for a return at the seller's cost which was declined. I was mad and said I would report the dishonest action of the seller, called the seller a scum, and the F word,... View More

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answered on Mar 10, 2021

I seriously doubt that there will be a lawsuit, but even if there is one, winning it is a completely different story. If a lawsuit is filed, you will be able to retain an experienced civil litigation attorney to send opposing counsel a Safe Harbour letter, citing N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 and Rule 1:4-8... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Can my employer be held accountable for possibly infecting me with covid for not quaranting after international travel?

He did Not quarantine, and said he got a 24hr test done at a place I know does not offer that service. Only 2-4 days due to it being a public testing facility. Also a few people also became ill immediately after his arrival.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 24, 2021

You can sue anyone, but can you prove that you got covid from him and not someone else such as when you wen to the supermarket for food. This would be the defense your employer would probably assert. Not that you shouldn't try and you may also be entitled to workers compensation insurance.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: If two people commit adultry and the result could lead to a divorce for the disabled spouse of one, can the disabled one

File a lawsuit?

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answered on Oct 28, 2019

New Jersey is a no-fault divorce state. The ground for divorce is irrelevant to the economic issues.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: My ex husband lied on school record forms claiming he had sole custody of our daughter

My ex husband lied on school record forms claiming he had sole custody of our daughter he used us to enroll her in a new . The school policy is that they are supposed to share information with both parents. I had provided them with a copy of the court order stating we share custody. They... View More

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answered on Sep 9, 2019

A. What are your damages?

B. You should probably take the concerns to the matrimonial court

3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: An attorney who isn't certified in the US district court of N.J. filed a complaint

An attorney who isn't certified in the US district court of NJ filed a complaint .The clerk sent a letter as soon as the complaint was filed saying she isn't certified in the federal court. A subsequent motion was filed by her. How can this continue? So far the motion still has some time... View More

Howard Lesnik
Howard Lesnik
answered on Jan 30, 2019

And out of state attorney can file a motion to be admitted to a different jurisdiction if they have a local attorney to support their admission into the case. All motions are posted online, and you should be provided with a hard copy of it by mail.

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: How should I deal with an old employer that is working [success.ly] to blacklist me and reveal I was on leave for years?

I left on some very bad terms with an old employer after a medical leave and they are working to blacklist me (via enterprise software). I'd take them off my resume but I spent most of my adult career [on paper] there.

Situation: I had a sudden illness due to a loss that I struggled... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Apr 11, 2018

You could have a lawyer send them a letter but that will cost you a lot of money and still may not help, but it is a start.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: If a negative statement about a person is not libel, but does harm the reputation of another, can you still be sued?

Let's say you publicly make a negative statement about another person, but it is a true statement so is not libel. But you know it will still harm the reputation of that person, what are their legal recourses against you? Can they still sue you for defamation? Or what legal action is open... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 28, 2018

Anyone can sue the question is can they recover.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Is it libel to say someone has been accused of a crime, when you are the accuser?

If you publicly say someone has been "accused" of a crime, and you are the accuser, can that be libel if it is true that you are accusing them of a crime? For example, if I say "X has been accused of committing murder" then it is a true statement because I made the accusation.... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 28, 2018

You would need to pay a lawyer for a consultation on the law as this website allows you to ask question but it is not a legal service provider where you can get or be give specific answers. However in general if some is accused of a crime it generally means they were charged by the police.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Help! My first criminal charge 2C:17-3A(1) "Criminal Mischief"...neighbor tried to run me over w her car, I got out of

way, but the mirror hit my body SO HARD that it broke off, hanging by wires. When Police came she lied & said she never left parking spot & I "went Godzilla" on mirror. I showed police the tire marks in the sleet and they realized the lie. Police refused to talk to my witness,... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 3, 2018

The best advise anyone can give you is the same advise police use when confronted by citizens. Get yourself a body cam, it may seem crazy, but so are these incidents you describe and it is the best way to protect yourself from future incidents. As for not being able to afford a lawyer, not to worry... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Can an employee be legally prosecuted if he defames the employer?

My business is based on dump trucks. The employee is constantly saying untruthful statements about our business. Therefor I keep losing drivers and money with my machinery being stopped.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 17, 2018

Yes you can hire a lawyer and sue him, but first you may want to have the lawyer send a cease and desist letter, its cheaper and may solve your problem.

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law, Juvenile Law, Libel & Slander and Municipal Law for New Jersey on
Q: As a minor, what New Jersey laws protect my online privacy and to what extent can school search my online history/

As a minor, what New Jersey laws protect my online privacy and to what extent can school search my online history/see? Are they allowed to see what I did and possibly use it against me to hurt me etc? Can they keep my info? Or does it vary school by school. I need to know for my project Thanks a... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 12, 2018

Several factors can apply but most information posted on the web is public and you have no right to privacy for most public information. If you need more specific information you will need to take an appointment with a lawyer which most will charge you for.

1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law, Criminal Law and Libel & Slander for New Jersey on
Q: Someone who answered my ad on craigslist is harassing me. They threatened to put my pics and information on craigslist

They sound like they are blackmailing me. They accused me of doing things I never did. How do I stop this harassment?

They even came to my house twice. I don't even know their name and they know my name. I changed my cell number so they can;t text me anymore. They tracked me down by... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Apr 29, 2017

You can only get a restraining order if you had a relationship with the person and that means more than just friends. Your best bet is to have a lawyer send a cease and desist order and threaten them with a lawsuit. It may cost you several hundred dollars for the lawyer to do this, but its your... View More

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