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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: What do you do if people in the court falsified transcript record. And you have proof a recording of the event

But your mom @84 records it without courts permission and she's now passed away. Would it be inadmissible evidence?

Michael W. Horst
Michael W. Horst
answered on Jul 9, 2023

Rule 22 of the Uniform Superior Court Rules for the Superior Court is strict in terms of its prohibition of recording devices allowed in court rooms. Generally speaking, recording devices are prohibited unless specifically authorized by the judge. But even assuming your mom was authorized to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Libel & Slander and Wrongful Death for Georgia on
Q: would it be suspicious if I was notified 40 minutes before time of death on the death certificate

the people who were with him are acting suspicious and have gave away property not theirs' and moneys were moved overseas to her son.

Tristan Blain Morrison
Tristan Blain Morrison
answered on Apr 20, 2023

Certainly some of what you are describing could be suspicious, or it could be coincidence. On these limited facts, it's difficult to know for sure. If you have strong reason to believe that someone was negligently killed (not intentionally), consider consulting both a personal injury attorney... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: I am being overly stalked and harassed. I have already sent a cease and desist letter. Let what should I do next?

I am being overly stalked,slander,and harassed by my racist neighbors. This has been going on for 7 almost 8 years.

These people are narcissist. They are very good at lying. They have 3 cameras on our house for what I don’t know we have never committed any crimes been living here March... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 11, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If you have already sent a cease and desist letter to your neighbors and the harassment and stalking continues, you may want to consider taking legal action to protect yourself.

Here are some steps you can take:

Document the harassment:...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Libel & Slander and Employment Law for Georgia on
Q: can I sue the company for emotional distress while pregnant, work trauma, and punitive damages?

My job fired me back in 2021 because they were doing some unethical things and I stated that I would go to corporate again and get them involved for them to investigate then I get fired 24hrs later due to the hr generalist and my supervisor lied and said I was being insubordinate and I have no... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 20, 2023

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal and its impact on your health. At this point, one option is to try to arrange a free initial consult with a Georgia employment attorney. Although this is posted under Personal Injury... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: Can I sue a person for libel/ defamation of character for providing a false written statement in a civil case?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 19, 2023

Typically, statements made in or concerning judicial proceedings are privileged and cannot provide the basis for a suit for defamation.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Employment Law and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: What should you do if your employment was terminated based on libelous statements?
Mitchell Feldman
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Mitchell Feldman
answered on Jul 23, 2023

It’s hard to answer this question when I don’t really understand the facts of what you mean. Employer can fire employee unless they have an employment contract for any reason whatsoever but anytime they want to. This would be in the private sector. An employee in the public sector would have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Intellectual Property and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: Someone was using my IPad at church to run the church cameras. Then they took upon themselves to read all my texts and

show it to other people. Is this illegal? Is the computer invasion of privacy?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 19, 2021

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It could be considered an invasion of privacy from a textbook basis. But from a practical standpoint, it could be difficult to arrange for the matter to be handled on a contingency basis - which could mean that a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: If someone comes on my property with intent to harm after sending death threats online to me, my S.O. and my mother,

Is it legal to shoot them on my property.

Be informed also that they've harassed me for 6+ years, stalked me by befriending my friends to gain info on me, and have taken to slandering my name.

Anthony Kozycki
Anthony Kozycki
answered on Aug 19, 2021

I would recommend seeking a protective order. The legal system has affirmative ways you can protect yourself and your family.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: If a bystander took pictures of an accident scene with fatalities shouldn't the accident scene have been secured better?

My brother died in a horrible car accident where another person lost their life as well. Someone managed to take pictures of the scene & sent them to an ex of his who in turn sent them out again through fbook & sent them to me. These pictures graphically show my brother in the vehicle still... View More

Latrice Latin
Latrice Latin
answered on May 19, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, there is no cause of action against anyone for securing the scene. It is up to the first responders and police to investigate and preserve all evidence that they can. It gets into a really slippery slope if the bystander may have gotten there before the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Georgia on
Q: Is harrassment via phone, text, and in person of a person who is legally blind And an above knew amputee, confined to

Aawheelchair a criminal offense? The behavior includes threats of bodily harm, threats of death, telling the person that they are completely worthless and degrading them with vile language and unkind remarks about their disability, and physical appearance, making false allegations to authorities... View More

Joshua Schiffer
Joshua Schiffer
answered on Oct 26, 2020

The first step is to contact the local law enforcement authorities as well as the appropriate government agency advising and protecting our elderly and differently abled, such as the Georgia Division of Aging Services. There may be multiple vectors of abuse here, and they need assistance... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: Can I sue someone in Georgia for writing fake review about my business?
Seth Meyerson
Seth Meyerson
answered on Oct 19, 2020

Perhaps. Writing something that is damaging professionally and untrue might be grounds for a libel suit.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Libel & Slander and Sexual Harassment for Georgia on
Q: Can a person mention by name, the people she accuses of sexual abuse on a talk show?

A woman was sexually abused in prison, and the claim is legitimate, as reported by a reliable news source. Can she mention the accused by name, without actually accusing them again. In other words, she is telling her story. One of the accused perpetrators has a history of this type of behavior, but... View More

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Jun 2, 2020

It depends. The concern would be defending a defamation claim. In the state of Georgia, slander may occur when a person falsely imputes a crime to a person, falsely claims the plaintiff has a communicable disorder/disease, or falsely says the plaintiff committed a “debasing act.” It is best to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: I called about an outside disturbance back in 5/1/17 the officers searched rental home I am working on arrest me 4 drugs

The rental home belonged to my friend they stated it was two marijuana roaches I was hallucinating refused me a drug test I was working in a different part of home than drugs were , no drugs found on myyperson placed in two separate cars searched twice , at jail charged with meth possession at the... View More

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Feb 3, 2020

It is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible who can assist you with the specifics of your case.

We are glad to assist you. Contact us whenever you are ready.

I wish you well.

-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Georgia on
Q: Others had equal access to this home could not be locked dose the equal access imoly to this case

When the owner showed up that morning he found the home and my vehicle wide open as if they left in a hurry dually noted as to the outside disturbance call when I returned I found footprints behind the home 19 3/4 inches long 10 1/2 inches wide 6 feet apart I took pictures printed casts deemed... View More

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Feb 3, 2020

More information is needed before an accurate answer can be provided. It is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible who can assist you with the specifics of your case.

We are glad to assist you. Contact us whenever you are ready.

I wish you well.

-The Upshaw Law...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: If a person post on FB —“I hired abc contractor/company and then 3 weeks later cancel project which was still 3 weeks

From start date . This company is awful and before you hire them look at their Yelp reviews “. Is this slander/libel against homeowner ?

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Jan 19, 2020

Not necessarily. As long as what you have posted is true, you have not slandered the company. Additionally, if your statement is simply, “ This company is awful and before you hire them look at their Yelp reviews,” then you are protected by the right to voice your opinions (aka right to free... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander, Family Law, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: If I can prove perjury from the report by a CPS worker that got my children taken away will the whole case be dropped?

I have evidence that the Child protective services case worker who made the report after having my children removed from my custody lied in the report to justify her actions. Not only do I have documentation proving her lies, but I also have eye whitnesses to the entire incident when she took my... View More

Ellaretha Coleman
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Ellaretha Coleman
answered on Jan 17, 2020

If you can demonstrate that based on the cases workers lies, the children would not have otherwise been deemed dependent, you may be able to get your case dismissed. You need to consult with an attorney to discuss your allegations and options moving forward. An attorney should be appointed to you... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Juvenile Law and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: Is an attorney representing DFCS under oath when she is presenting evidence to the Judge?

My DFCS case worker knowingly gave false information to their attorney to present to the judge to increase punishment for the crimes they are accusing my family of. I have irrefutable proof that they have committed perjury not just this time, but as well as the initial statements made by the... View More

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Jan 17, 2020

Yes, any testimony given to a judge in court is presumed under oath with penalty for perjury. It is best to contact an attorney who can assist you with the specifics of your case and provide you with tailored representation.

We are glad to assist you. Contact us whenever you are ready....
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2 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander, Contracts, Family Law and Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: ex girlfriend has a lien against my truck, i make the weekly payments, but am told daily she can take it whenever

she comes to my jobs and harasses me daily. do i have a option besides calling the police and losing my truck

Regina Irene Edwards
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Regina Irene Edwards
answered on Dec 28, 2019

Your option is to pay off the entire lien or give her back the truck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: Would it be illegal and if so what would the charges be to leave a insulting note inside of someone’s unlocked car

Car in parking lot unlocked, note left in car on a receipt, called ex gf demeaning female names like “whore” no threat made in note, note directed at car owner so no slander

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Dec 12, 2019

The answer to your question is “it depends.” If you are concerned about any potential charges, it is best to consult an attorney who can assist you with the specifics of your case. We are glad to assist you.

I wish you well.

-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander and Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: Can I get back my $30,084.20 in Social Security benefits that my former representative payee stole from me?

I had a former Social Security representative payee steal $30,084.20 from me, and the theft occurred from June 1, 2010-12/31/2011. I am also suing him for $25,000 in punitive damages for all the emotional distress and pain and suffering that he caused me as a result of his theft against me. I live... View More

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Dec 12, 2019

It is important to contact an attorney who can assist you with the specifics of your case. There are options available to you. We are glad to assist you.

I wish you well.

-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

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