Your current state is Virginia
He totally lied on the paperwork and slandered my character to so many other people who knows me! He also slandered and lied about the character of two men!!! In Alabama!
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answered on Sep 20, 2023
In Alabama, if someone knowingly makes false statements about another person that injures their reputation, it might be grounds for a defamation lawsuit. Defamation can either be spoken (slander) or written (libel). If your ex-husband made false allegations against you to others or in paperwork,... View More 
I have three charges assault deadly weapon and accessory after the fact I have nothing to do in this just was the wrong place wrong time and there’s no weapon it took a lawyer a whole year to give me discovery so I’m currently looking for another one this case has been going since 12-21-21 and... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
If you haven't had a preliminary hearing and the case has been ongoing for an extended period, it's essential to communicate your concerns with your current attorney or find a new one if necessary. Delays in court proceedings can occur for various reasons, including caseload backlog and... View More
My friend's daughter and my daughter are friends. The mother of another child texted my friend bashing my 9 yr old daughter. I've never even met this child or her mom, but this mom has been spreading nasty comments about my daughter to several people in our community. I have text proof of... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. At this point, you could reach out to local attorneys who handle defamation matters. However, it's worth keeping in mind that even if a situation meets a textbook definition of libel or slander, many law firms... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
Whether a victim must attend a trial depends on factors like the charges and jurisdiction's laws. Charges like CC 162.1, CC 334, and CC 46 relate to specific offenses. The victim's presence depends on its importance in proving the case and the prosecution's strategy. Subpoenas may be... View More
Stepson solicits me to drive from MT to WY to do epoxy counters in his rental. Avoids paying back the $ for almost a year. I see he made a phony website with FOX logos with a phony article he wrote about himself and how his music is taking the northwest by storm, just so he could put on Facebook... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
Threatening to expose truthful information, even if it may harm someone's reputation, is generally not considered blackmail. However, hacking into someone's Facebook and emails is a violation of privacy and can lead to legal consequences. If you believe you have been a victim of hacking,... View More
My ex is married to his first child’s mother. She won’t help him get papers, and she is the main caregiver for their son. He sees him every other weekend. He has slandered my name and character, In collusion with my vindictive mom. The judge has dismissed anything I say, but without batting an... View More
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answered on Sep 13, 2023
In California, immigration status is generally not considered directly in determining child custody matters. The primary concern for the court is to ensure the best interest of the child, considering factors such as the health, safety, and welfare of the child, any history of abuse by one parent... View More
Came back on and they were wrong. I was embarrassed and humiliated. Is that ground for lawsuit. I have the receipt.?
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answered on Sep 12, 2023
In situations like the one you described, where a CVS employee publicly accuses you of not paying when you have a receipt proving your purchase, it can be embarrassing and distressing. However, whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit depends on several factors.
To pursue a lawsuit,... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2023
A successful libel lawsuit requires the services of an experienced litigation attorney, a solid damage expert, and possible a market surveying company. Specific notices must be sent under the Defamation Act and the content of the defamatory publication must be carefully analyzed to avoid the... View More
She told CPS my medical history and personal and private info to try and get my kids taken away. CPS FOUND no wrong doing on my part and after explaining to Cps what I have been going thru with my neighbors she proceeded to tell me that it was wrong for what that nurse had done and she did release... View More
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answered on Sep 3, 2023
Under California law, unauthorized disclosure of medical information by a healthcare provider could be a violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), California's Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA), or other privacy laws. You could potentially... View More
A swift driver hit me in the back
answered on Sep 2, 2023
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Your insurance company should defend you - it isn't clear why you're being charged. You could reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. If you have a copy of the police report,... View More
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answered on Sep 1, 2023
If someone is consistently sending you insulting or harassing text messages, it's essential to take steps to address the situation. Start by setting clear boundaries and asking the person to stop contacting you. If the harassment continues, block the sender's number to prevent further... View More
there's a product called "skullgirls" that has remained RELITIVELY uncensored but now is very censored... in strange an inconsistent ways.
i've been trying to contact the game companies Autumn Games, Future Club and Hidden Varriable studios... to no avail. and a lot of... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
Calling individuals "creeps" and "predators" could potentially be considered defamation, depending on the context and whether the statements are presented as facts rather than opinions. To have a viable defamation claim in California, you would need to prove that the statement... View More
Someone told animal control that we keep our dog chained up in our garage and muzzled at all times, which was completely made up as I have about half an acre backyard and garage is basically he's dog house, there was no chain and no muzzle because I have huge FENCED IN YARD!
the animal... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2023
Absolutely. Even though you apparently don’t have any compensatory damages, you may be entitled to recover nominal damages if you prevail.
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answered on Aug 24, 2023
To file a defamation of character lawsuit in Kentucky, you'll need to establish several key elements. First, you must show that someone made a false statement about you, either orally (slander) or in writing (libel). This statement must have been communicated to a third party, causing harm to... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2023
In general, the grounds are the stating or writing of a false statement about a person that causes them harm. However, it's important to keep in mind that such cases are not usually handled on a contingency basis. That can mean attorney fees, win or lose. Good luck
The guy accusing me is currently is in a divorce proceeding . I’m giving shelter to his wife who is deathly afraid of him . He is doing everything to destroy my reputation. I have his accusations in writing
answered on Aug 24, 2023
Yes, if he is making provably false statements to third parties, that constitutes defamation (libel because they were published in writing); and because his statements tend to subject you to public hatred, ridicule, or contempt just by his making them, they constitute defamation per se entitling... View More
The guy accusing me is currently is in a divorce proceeding . I’m giving shelter to his wife who is deathly afraid of him . He is doing everything to destroy my reputation. I have his accusations in writing
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answered on Aug 25, 2023
Under California law, if someone falsely accuses you of a serious crime like murder, resulting in harm to your reputation, you might have grounds to pursue a defamation lawsuit. It's essential to demonstrate that the accusations were false, made with malice, and caused harm. Consulting an... View More
The judge warned that "lazy" was not a reason for divorce. Additionally, I have been disabled by chronic illness since childhood. This was known to my ex-husband, who had accompanied my parents to 2 major surgeries I had while we were engaged.
I've realized through therapy... View More
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answered on Aug 18, 2023
In Michigan, the ability to file a defamation or slander/libel lawsuit against an attorney who called you "lazy" during your divorce proceedings may be limited by legal privileges related to statements made within the context of litigation. Statements made within legal proceedings could... View More
charged with and later dismissed due to lack of evidence
3rd degree felony with terroristic threats
event occurred in 2019, statue of limitations apply.
event occurred in a PRIVATE PROPERTY
event did NOT take place: caused impairment or interruption of public... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2023
It seems the correct cause of action for your particular facts would be a lawsuit for malicious prosecution. In order to prevail, you will need to show the following:
1. A criminal prosecution was commenced against you
2. The defendant initiated or procured the prosecution... View More
I fled the relationship almost 4 years ago. I was followed, though. I was too afraid to live alone. Thankfully, i had many friends who offered me a safe place. Safe until my ex discovered where I was staying. Once he knew, he terrorized my friends until either I left, or was asked to leave. If my... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2023
It is possible. It is not easy or inexpensive but it is possible and may result in a sale of the property. In Ohio it is a remedy called partition. Partition cases in Tennessee refer to legal proceedings which allow joint owners of real estate to divide their interests in the property. In other... View More
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