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I worked for a major hospital as a security officer. During this time a very violent juvenile patient came in, and we had to take physical measures to stop her from hurting staff. After the situation was resolved, I received several complaints against me from medical staff claiming I used excessive... View More 
answered on Dec 3, 2024
Unless you are a union employee, you are an at will employee, and as such can be fired at any time and for any reason, or even no reason at all. Accordingly, what you describe is not a wrongful termination. I recognize that to most laypeople the term wrongful termination would apply to any case... View More
I am writing a book about growing up from 1951 - 1962. I inherited the pictures my parents took of me and my 6 siblings during that time. Can I use these pictures even if my siblings don't give their permission? My parents took them, I inherited them, and I am in the pictures.
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answered on May 19, 2024
The use of photographs in a book can be a complex legal issue, and it's advisable to consult with a lawyer specializing in intellectual property rights to get a definitive answer. However, here are some general points to consider:
1. Copyright: The person who took the photograph... View More
My former employer has posted on Facebook that I’ve stolen money from them with no evidence, no proof, no charges filed, and no police investigation of any type. They posted on Facebook and asked the members of the community to come forward if I have done any work in their vehicles and have them... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2024
You should schedule a consultation with a Missouri attorney. Defamation cases are tough in Missouri. To succeed, you’d need to prove that the statement was not only false and not privileged, but also that you suffered actual damage as a result. The unpaid wages is a separate issue. $40k is a... View More
A person off the street ask an employee about our personal information at the bank and the employee told them everything and they in turn spread it all over town, and we signed a letter stating everything was confidential.
answered on Nov 13, 2023
This isn't defamation. Defamation requires a false statement that damages you. You could sue for something else, but unless you've been financially harmed, my guess is that it won't make financial sense for you to pay an attorney to file suit for you.
Various reasons. Liar, cheater, uses women and moves to the next?
Missouri- A friend was posted in the group Are we dating the same guy which is a newer Facebook group where women can post about men to warn other women. There were many comments about how he has cheated, lied, insists on not wearing condoms while telling girls he is exclusive and other not great... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
If the history posted is substantially true, then the person likely has no legal recourse.
i am out of work due to being on the news saying i starved my child it was dismissed and i did nothing wrong no one will hire me the news stations wont correct it to change my life being ruined
answered on Dec 26, 2022
A dismissal with prejudice is the same as if the case were tried on the merits and you lost. You aren’t entitled to a do-over. Defamation cases in Missouri are tough.
answered on Nov 23, 2022
Missouri is a "one party" state for recording calls. Other states, like California, outlaw recording calls without the other party's knowledge.
Someone is using the court system with false statement s to emotional and mentally hurt me?
answered on Oct 25, 2022
The litigation privilege is an absolute defense to a defamation claim. Depending upon the facts you might be able to sue for abuse of process or malicious prosecution if the case ends in your favor. Hire an attorney for a consultation.
I have all the evidence to each of the elements of the crime. Thus showing crime WAS committed, just not charged or prosecuted.
answered on Aug 11, 2022
I doubt you’d lose because the SOL has run, unless you falsely state that the person has been convicted. There are any number of reasons you could lose a defamation suit, however. Litigation is unpredictable.
answered on Jul 9, 2022
Contact a local attorney experienced with defamation cases. They are tough cases under Missouri law because you must prove actual damages. Here is a link to the leading Missouri Supreme Court case on defamation.
https://law.justia.com/cases/missouri/supreme-court/1993/75201-0.html
answered on Jul 4, 2022
Courtroom testimony is generally subject to an absolute privilege in a claim for defamation.
answered on May 22, 2022
Judicial immunity will likely preclude such a case by you.
Me and my wife have been attacked by a couple in our town for weeks now. Numerous posts on FB and numerous videos saying things that have been proven false. My wife is a teacher in our town and they have made numerous posts attacking her career as well and its getting severely out of hand. We have... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2022
Your next step is to schedule a consultation with an attorney who understands and has experience with defamation matters under Missouri law. Generally, a cease and desist letter from an attorney is a good first step before jumping into litigation.
I am sorry that you and your wife are... View More
I will do my best to keep this brief yet concise. I have primary residential custody of 4 children who were the product of a previous marriage. I remarried and we live in Jackson County MO.The divorce and custody agreement were filed in Leavenworth County KS. There is an open child abuse... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2022
It’s unclear what relief you seek. Small claims court is only for money damages. Okay you seek injunctive relief, such as an order into remove the defamatory statements, you cannot get such relief in small claims court.
Whether you hire an attorney to sue will depend largely on whether... View More
To pay back money that was not stolen from them and had me come in after I was fired to train someone to use computer I have emails were they say I stoled from them with I didn’t, I have proof. Can I sue for defamation of character I had 10yr with them with never one issue
answered on Dec 20, 2021
Defamation cases are tough and expensive in Missouri. If your employer merely sent false emails to you and terminated your employment because it believed you committed theft, then you don't have a basis for a defamation suit in Missouri. Defamation requires publication of the false statement... View More
answered on May 13, 2021
In Missouri, defamation claims are tough. It’s not enough to prove a false statement was made, a plaintiff must also prove actual damages.
I can't relocate at this moment
answered on Feb 28, 2021
You've not provided any facts so there's no way to determine whether you are entitled to a return of your security deposit. If you are looking to terminate your lease before the agreed-up term expires, then it is unrealistic to believe that your landlord will simple agree to a mutual... View More
How do I refute/overturn a preponderance of evidence that supports finding of neglect?
Shall I go about disproving what was recorded in their wildy false and egregious reports?
Or is there a specific rubric or factors that determine their decision?
answered on Jan 27, 2021
In order to better advise you on your situation, I would need to know more information about the specifics of your case. I'd highly recommend retaining an experienced family law attorney for the matter.
I recently commented on a forum post. The situation I commented on was odd and many people questioned it, including me. My comment was a bit disrespectful, another poster gave more information, which led me to apologizing publicly & going on to support the poster. In this process, a woman... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2020
Based on the information you shared, I don't think you'd have a viable case for defamation for two reasons. First, you haven't articulated any objectively false statement she made about you. Second, you haven't articulated any damages that you suffered. Hurt feeling are not... View More
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