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1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law and Libel & Slander for Virginia on
Q: Can I be sued for online review of a veterinarian if I called them heartless and colorfully described the visit?

I did not lie or curse in the online review. I described the way he handled my pet like he was a ‘dead slab of meat’

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answered on Aug 6, 2024

Yes, you can be sued for an online review if the veterinarian believes your comments are defamatory. Defamation involves making false statements that harm someone's reputation. Even if you did not lie, calling the vet "heartless" and describing the visit in a harsh manner could be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Landlord - Tenant and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: I work for residents in a mhp and have family and friends there as well the park manager doesn't like me

He is threatening residents with eviction if they have do work for them or for visiting. He is constantly slandering my name and has never personally told me that I'm not allowed to be on the property.and I don't break any park rules and I am and have been vary polite and respectful... View More

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answered on Aug 3, 2024

Under California law, a mobile home park (MHP) manager does not have the authority to evict residents or prevent you from visiting or working for family and friends without just cause. The manager's dislike for you is not a valid reason for such actions. If you have not violated any park rules... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: Can I sue the post office & carrier for withholding mail, returning mail to sender, emotional distress & harassment?

The carrier has purposely retuned medication, drivers license, medical renewal info & more back to sender or has "misplaced"/lost our mail. Mail has not been received in over 2 months & each time I go to the post office no mail is released to me. I'm told I have no mail even... View More

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answered on Aug 2, 2024

Under California law, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit against the post office and the carrier for withholding mail, returning mail to sender, and causing emotional distress. Your situation involves serious issues, including the loss of medication and important documents, which can have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Louisiana on
Q: How can I get a truck driver in usa
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answered on Aug 2, 2024

A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. However, your question doesn't look like something an attorney would be needed to answer. You could contact your state office of motor vehicles and look into the process for getting a CDL (exams, fees, etc.).... View More

Q: A detective called me and said if I didn’t turn myself in now my face would be front page news.

This was my first offense. I was never a flight risk. He was threatening me and I never was a threat. Is this legal to do? This was my first communication w him. It was so scary. I was young and had no idea what was going to happen with it being my first offense.

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answered on Jul 30, 2024

Under California law, a detective or any law enforcement officer is expected to follow certain protocols when dealing with suspects, especially first-time offenders. The behavior you described, where the detective threatened to make your face front-page news, can be seen as intimidation or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for California on
Q: Can I get sued for using someones tik tok of them slandering my event I hosted as advertisement for my next event?

I'm in Los Angeles, California. I host party's and events. It would be a flyer

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answered on Jul 30, 2024

Using someone's TikTok video, even if it criticizes your event, for advertising your next event can lead to potential legal issues. You need permission from the content creator to use their video for commercial purposes. Without this consent, you could face claims of copyright infringement, as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Antitrust and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: Can a ex rob my home of everything valuable and vandalize it by breaking and entering the residence?

He also has gone online and slandered my name by posting personal letters and stuff I never wanted anyone to see. He is getting away with thousands of dollars worth of damage and I'm about to lose the roof over my head cause he still my payment to keep it.

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answered on Jul 28, 2024

You should take immediate action to protect yourself and your property. Contact the police to report the break-in, theft, and vandalism. Provide them with all the evidence you have, including any messages, photos, or witnesses that can support your case.

Additionally, consider seeking a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Ohio on
Q: Is there any way I can respond to a lawsuit against my LLC?

A vexatious litigator had sued my former LLC and obtained a default judgement against me but the court rejected his request to pierce the corporate veil. In the suit, he named multiple other unrelated business that have no association with the LLC named in the suit but the plaintiff, aware I... View More

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answered on Jul 28, 2024

You can respond to the lawsuit against your LLC by submitting a motion to the court. Even if you're unable to afford legal representation, you can file a pro se motion, which means you are representing yourself. In this motion, you should clearly state your case, explain the false evidence and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Libel & Slander for Minnesota on
Q: How can I prove I am a victim of domestic abuse from my ex spouse if o never reported it to the police in MN

I was granted a harassment order against my soon to be ex spouse for the years of keeping me basically prisoner in my home, psychological abuse, emotional abuse, I am on disability and he refused to allow me to keep up my medical care, and more. The trial for the divorce has ended and the... View More

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answered on Jul 28, 2024

Proving domestic abuse without police reports can be challenging but not impossible. You can start by gathering any available evidence, such as text messages, emails, or voicemails that show abusive behavior. Medical records that indicate injuries or psychological harm can also support your claims.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for North Carolina on
Q: a lady with connections to city and county services.and church groups had members stalk and harass me. can I sue

I have videos and pictures of the vehicles as well as some of the names of the people involved

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answered on Jul 28, 2024

You have the right to take legal action if you are being stalked and harassed. Gathering evidence such as videos, pictures of vehicles, and names of individuals involved strengthens your case. It’s crucial to document everything meticulously and keep a detailed record of all incidents.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: Someone I was riding with that stop and they found a little bit of paraphernalia in the car they let us go because they

Because they want us to tell him someone can they do put me in jail because I won't tell because of the stuff that they found in there even if they let us go

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answered on Jul 27, 2024

It's understandable to feel worried about this situation. The fact that the officers let you go initially could mean they were more interested in gathering information rather than making an arrest at that moment. However, the possibility of legal trouble isn't entirely off the table.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Government Contracts, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: Can a group of individuals target a person in the state of Texas and watch them 24/7 inside their home and or apartment

Track them everywhere they go saying it's drugs when I don't have a background history of drugs

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answered on Jul 25, 2024

Yes, a group of private individuals as long as they do so otherwise lawfully. For example, they could not break into the person's home to plant a hidden camera or microphone.

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for New Mexico on
Q: Can a lawyer help me with several crimes committed such as hacking without a license, stalking, slander.

Defamation of character, invasion of privacy, theft, intentional infliction of emotional distress, harassment, gossiping with intent to cause harm, revenge porn, witchcraft causing physical harm, putting drugs in my food that's that's causing tremors. These are just a few I know I forgot... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

Dealing with a range of serious issues like hacking, stalking, slander, and more can be overwhelming and distressing. It's important to find someone who can offer legal advice and guide you through the appropriate steps. Speaking to a legal professional can help you understand your rights and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Libel & Slander and Small Claims for California on
Q: My car was towed outta my daughter's apartments earlier than the notice that was placed on my car with I was living in

And wen I contacted and went to 5he tow yard all my shoes sum of my clothes, laundry detergent, my toiletries etc were gone out of my car.speaker box Amp also my purse 2as all gone.what can I do

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

Under California law, you have the right to file a complaint against the towing company for any personal property that was missing from your vehicle when it was retrieved. Start by documenting everything that was taken, including descriptions and approximate values. Gather any evidence you have,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Libel & Slander and Mergers & Acquisitions for California on
Q: i was arrested repeatedly by police officers in glendale CA. ACCUSED BY MY PERSONAL BANK ACCOUNT.

Police officers in Glendale ca arrest me for using other people credit card identity theft nd DUI my vehicle was parked when he got behind my vehicle I was not driving my vehicle is parked in the side street and they said the reason why they stopping me is I have expired registration!

My... View More

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

Police officers must have probable cause to search your vehicle without a warrant. If your vehicle was indeed parked and registered correctly, the search and subsequent seizure of your money may have been unlawful. You have the right to challenge the validity of the search and seizure in court,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in International Law, Internet Law, Libel & Slander and Criminal Law on
Q: Someone is Ohio is trying to press telecommunication harassment charges against me with no evidence. I live in Australia

I did not contact them. They have been publicly harassing me online on social media, to all our friends, family etc for 7 months. We have evidence. We just want to be left alone.

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

It's frustrating to deal with baseless accusations, especially from another country. In your situation, it's important to understand that legal jurisdiction plays a significant role. Since you are in Australia, Ohio authorities would have limited ability to pursue charges against you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for Wisconsin on
Q: Does saying "you care more about profit than the wellbeing of people" qualify as libel?

Posted on the Linkedin business platform.

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answered on Jul 17, 2024

A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. That could be a decision that a court would make - there's nothing to stop someone from suing based on such a characterization. How it is handled could depend on interpretation, evidence, and the way the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for New Mexico on
Q: Do I have a defamation case if it's thru social media

I was slandered on social media before charges were ever filed against me. Due to this I lost my job, lost my vehicle in the impound yard , was Incarcerated & humiliated because of everything that was falsely said about me. I can't get a good job because of it & I ended up beating the... View More

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answered on Jul 13, 2024

A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. To answer your question meaningfully, it could be helpful to arrange a consult with an attorney. From a TEXTBOOK standpoint, if the things written about you were false, you suffered... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Libel & Slander, Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for Mississippi on
Q: How can I file charges of falsification of sexusl assault of a minor in respect of a friend and give a failure of due pr
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answered on Jun 26, 2024

If you have genuine concerns about a crime against a minor, the proper course of action is to report factual information to the appropriate authorities, such as local law enforcement or child protective services. They are equipped to investigate such matters properly.

If you believe there...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Legal Malpractice and Libel & Slander for Connecticut on
Q: Can an attorney make false allegations/statements claiming a custodial parent abducted their own child to state police?

Disabled mom escapes years of physical abuse with child. we were relocated by a domestic violence shelter out-of-state for safety. After 1.5 years of living free from abuse, a attorney who was a previous GAL on a child custody court case from years prior, made false allegations that I, the... View More

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answered on Jun 20, 2024

Consider contacting Connecticut's Statewide Grievance Committee, which handles complaints against attorneys for professional misconduct.

https://www.jud.ct.gov/sgc/

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