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I haven't received paperwork. The accusations haven't been proved true. Is this legal for them to do? Can I sue for this? I feel like this is defamation of character and slandering my name. He has not legitimized my son either. I haven't received any kind of paperwork... View More 
answered on Jun 16, 2018
You will need to fight the dependency allegations to regain custody. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney as soon as possible.
I’m in high school and theirs a ongoing investigation to see if I stole something or not. I did not steal the items I’m accused of. But my teacher is constantly telling students and other teachers that I’m a thief (isn’t that consistent slander?) because now people look at me differently.... View More
answered on May 16, 2018
You can file a law suit alleging slander. You will have to prove the teacher made an untrue statement and you suffered damages as a result. If you are in fact under investigation, that fact is true.
The person is my boyfriend's ex's mother and I have found out the department is now going after her, but I want to know where I should go from here to protect myself and my children.
answered on Mar 7, 2018
There is nothing for you to do at this time. The department will take care of it. If anything arises in the future, speak to counsel.
Ex has custody of our son. I have supervised visits. If relevant, he has son b/c of Facebook posts. We had a custody eval, the psych test results were invalid. Since have gotten valid eval.
On Feb 18, Son was complaining of hand pain 10 min in2 visitation (4 which my mom, grandma, fiance,... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2018
You need to talk to an attorney. You need to bring your custody papers with you when you do. You also need to take a copy of this safety plan, as you may have messed up and agreed to the safety plan unwittingly.
answered on Jan 25, 2018
Consult with an attorney who handles slander/libel/defamation cases. You have directed this question to criminal defense attorneys.
My dog was horrifically injured requiring 13 stables and a puncture wound. Property owner had no insurance. Did pay vet bill. Property owner still refused to correct the problem. I cleaned up and removed the debris. Property owner watched while I did it. Property owner stated she worked smart not... View More
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answered on Aug 20, 2017
If you had an AGREEMENT, you could take the property owner to small claims court, to enforce the agreement. The type of claim, if any, that you had, is called quantum meruit, and has to be taken in a court of equity. For most courts in America, that filing fee would greatly exceed you bill.... View More
You can tell it was broken from their side due to the spreading of dirt from an in ground pool being installed. Their yard is at least 6 inches taller than mine.
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answered on Aug 13, 2017
What is your economic harm, in this case? Did their claims cost you your job? Or, is it just the fence repair?
Sounds like fence repair, to me. Sue them in small claims court, for the fence costs. The judgement will prove who was telling the truth.
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answered on Aug 11, 2017
If what is being stated is not truthful, possibly. Simply reporting that the woman talked about you FACING charges is not libelous. Certain mean-spirited people THRIVE off trying to diminish others.
Before being seated on a jury, potential jurors take a couple of sworn oaths. However, none... View More
He has been claiming this for at least a month now he was in another state and came back to GA he has contacted my family on social media claiming to be my fiancé we have never been engaged nor are we together I tried to defuse the situation by talking to him in person and which didn't end... View More
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answered on Aug 4, 2017
Tell him, in email and text to not contact you further. Then, block his number on your phone.
Then, record any and all communications after that, for police to see later.
Monitor any social media. If he makes false claims about STD, you can sue him.
Follow up with police on... View More
A friend of mine has full custody of his children. His ex constantly calls the Department of Family and Children Services and the police and makes claims that the children are being physically and sexually assaulted. The ex has not visited the children for more than 6 months but calls the two... View More
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answered on Jul 23, 2017
It sounds like a crime, and possibly is a crime. Various statutes control such harassing behavior, even if it is being done to another party. If you have a criminal defense lawyer, ask him or her about whether the attorney will assist you in presenting this set of facts to the District Attorney for... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2017
It sounds like you have a pre-warrant issuance hearing. Hire a lawyer before the hearing date. If a warrant is issued, you may be sent to jail.
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The person in question was just released from jail on drug and gun charges.
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answered on Apr 7, 2017
Possibly so, but the circumstances of the event will determine that. For example, if the person claimed being an attorney to convince you to send him/her money to settle a lawsuit or claim, that would likely be something a Prosecutor would want to pursue. Having a recording of the exact statements... View More
I was applying for an appartment in GA that had income restrictions. My boss lied about my income by $9000 and i was rejected.
answered on Mar 7, 2017
I don't see that he has done anything other than lie--may want to keep an eye open for other jobs as he's not doing you any favors.
answered on Oct 7, 2016
You would want to consult a member of the Ga.TrialLawyers Assn who handles employment to see what your options are.
There should be some way of clearing this but frankly there aren't.
He has fired my son that worked for the city in IT for not confessing that I did it. I did not. It appears that the mayor wants a friend of his appointed as city clerk. He had originally made the appointment but it came undone due to an email requesting open records on the job and appointee. Based... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2016
Contact a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Assn who handles libel cases--they give free consultation. As what is being claimed if true wouldn't necessarily be bad--an open records request--then difficult to say if it is libelous. However to the extent there is a "false light"... View More
I am being accused of misusing my disabilty for money and that I shoot up meth. Obviously lie. The party knows its a lie. Is that considered slander because my life and my name is ruined.
answered on Jul 21, 2015
Talk to a local defamation lawyer to determine if you have a claim.
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