They can hange the picture, but the question is what can one do about it? For a defamation action against the person, you have to first ensure there is no truth to it. That is first thing an attorney will have to confirm, since truth is an absolute defense. If there is liability, then the issue... View More

Your question straddles a large spread of categories. New York criminal defense attorneys would have the best insight here - they deal with the Rules of Evidence for criminal matters on a daily basis. The rules can be picayune, nuanced, and context-specific in terms of admissibility.... View More

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answered on Oct 27, 2025

Yes, old text messages and photos can be used as evidence in court if they are related to the case and can be proven to come from you, but they have to meet specific rules like being relevant and authentic. Even if someone tries to use things from years ago, you can fight back with your own proof,... View More

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answered on Oct 17, 2025

I understand how upsetting it must be to deal with harassment, false reports, and online threats, especially when they are coming from family members. In New York, there are several legal options to address this behavior, depending on the type and severity of the conduct involved.

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I'm sorry this is happening to you. A defamation attorney could review your situation in detail and outline options, whether waiting and seeing, letter, legal action, etc. The problem with injury to character through defamation is that unlike physical injury cases, they are not automatically... View More

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answered on Aug 19, 2025

I am sorry you are experiencing this situation. Having your personal information shared without your consent and then facing threats and financial harm can be frightening and overwhelming. New York law does provide protections when private information is disclosed in a way that causes harm,... View More

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answered on Aug 19, 2025

I understand how upsetting it must feel to have a personal dispute escalate to the point where it affects not only your relationship but also your reputation and daily interactions. When harassment is mutual, and especially when it involves people who once had a personal relationship, it can be... View More

It's possible they could be grounds for legal action. The doxxing and privacy issues aside, an attorney would likely want to know additional details about the nature of statements. If the statements were false, whether or not CPS aced upon them, could give rise to defamation claims. That would... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

I'm sorry you are facing this stressful situation. Dealing with legal threats over something you shared online can be confusing and unsettling, especially when you believed you acted responsibly.

In New York, someone may attempt to bring a civil lawsuit for defamation, invasion of... View More

From a textbook standpoint, a case for defamation could generally be argued if the communication about the victim was false (and known to be false, or should have been known to be false), was published to third parties, and the victim suffered harm. If the statement was false, but the victim's... View More

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answered on Jul 7, 2025

I'm sorry you're experiencing this stressful situation with your neighbor. Dealing with false accusations can be frustrating, especially when there's no evidence of harm.

In New York, to succeed in any legal action such as a personal injury lawsuit, a claimant must show that... View More

Out of deference and sympathy to the deceased, I don't think anyone would object, unless an inscription was made for nefarious purposes with the intent of defrauding, misleading, deceiving, a person, creditors, an organization, or authorities. Many inscriptions have tongue in cheek messages,... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2025

It is understandable to be concerned about having information from a dismissed civil court case appear in online search results, especially when it affects your reputation or professional life. In New York, court records are generally considered public records unless they have been sealed by a... View More

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answered on Jun 17, 2025

It is understandable to feel alarmed and vulnerable when your personal information appears in a public record and is then used to intimidate or harm your reputation. In New York, while police reports are generally considered public records, there are circumstances in which certain personal... View More

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answered on Jun 17, 2025

It is understandable that you are feeling frustrated and concerned, especially when a false report is affecting your livelihood and reputation. A false missing person’s report, particularly one that remains active despite your efforts to show you are safe, can raise legal and procedural concerns... View More

An order of protection does not toll the statute of limitations in New York. Under CPLR § 208, a statute of limitations can only be tolled due to infancy or insanity. Regardless, pursuant to CPLR § 215(3), the SOL for defamation (libel/slander) is one (1) year from the date of publication of the... View More

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answered on May 18, 2025

I am sorry to hear about the difficulties you are facing with your personal injury case. Managing a complex legal case while dealing with severe injuries can be overwhelming, especially when false documentation and miscommunications have affected your case. In New York, there are several steps you... View More

I'm sorry for your injuries and ensuing ordeal. You've probably already looked into rescheduling the deposition and medical exam. The medical exam is unfortunately more unforgiving, depending on the policies of the carrier or its IME contractor. There are a considerable number of elements... View More

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answered on Apr 30, 2025

In a New York State Supreme Court civil case, such as a defamation action, filing a Request for Judicial Intervention (RJI) is required in order to trigger judicial oversight, including scheduling a preliminary conference or addressing motions. The RJI is not technically a pleading or motion, but a... View More

Based on your question and the Clerk's answer to your question, it seems that you do not need to mail or serve the defendant in your action with the RJI. While you did not specifically state that your case is on NYCEF, the electronic database for all actions in the State of New York, it seems... View More