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my husband is blind because of the cancer he did not send it. what can i do legally to the person who did this or find out who did send it pretrending to be my husband
answered on Feb 5, 2020
I think your best procedure is to go to the police where you live and file a criminal complaint.
If my ex has threatened taking me to court before and never did anything. My ex also stated in a phone call "you just made your life harder for you"... Can I sue for emotional harassment?
My ex is also in possession of my cat (which I pay monthly vet bills for) can I 1) get... View More 
answered on Feb 1, 2019
Rather than suing for emotional harassment, which may require your physiatrist's testimony to prove your claim, you would be better served to go to the Court and apply for a "protective order" based on harassment.
I do not handle domestic cases, especially with regard to cats. Sorry.
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answered on Oct 26, 2018
Your attorney should be able to guide you through this process and advise you. Good luck.
If my husband babymother (child he had iutside our marriage) is always talking bad about me in emails to my husband (for ex: she would call me b*tches and etc when all he would do is ask her how son doing or address an issue that son told us about her and her boyfriend hitting him (only 3 years... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2018
I don't actually see a question here just a statement. I would recommend you document everything and keep your cool but document everything the best way you can and if they break the law or threaten you, you can contact law enforcement. If you have a question regarding custody rights, etc,... View More
My sister has negatively interfered with my relationships with my mother and father for years. She lives in the same town as they do (did, in my mother's case), and I live 7,000 miles away. I traveled to Virginia to be with my mother last December during her last days on Earth in a hospice.... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
It certainly sounds like you need a lawyer. What I don't read in your story is a question. Let me infer that you are asking how to find a good estate litigator. I suggest you visit Avvo.com. Navigate to Find a Lawyer. Type in the county where your mother resided at time of death. Type in... View More
I posted a bad review on Zillow about a property manager. I listed my facts about why I thing she is not someone I would recommend. Everything I mentioned was true. My username was some randomly generated username as well. But I received an email from her saying I have 24 hours to take it down... View More
answered on Apr 24, 2018
You can find a quick summary of Virginia defamation law at https://www.virginiadefamationlawyer.com/2013/02/defamation-of-character-libel-and-slander-law-in-virginia.html. You'll see that falsity is a required element of any defamation claim. This means that if, as you say, everything you... View More
Have a civil case in VA where a person is trying to sue me for what others are stating on a Facebook Page. I'm one of the administrators of the page, however, I don't really monitor the page much. I understand the basics of libel, however if someone people are stating things that might be... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2018
Generally...no. If you did absolutely nothing else to "re-publish" the statement, then there's almost no possible way that the plaintiff can allege you engaged in any wrongdoing. It would only be wrong if you know that information posted is wrong, and defamatory (impugns on the... View More
I know Va is an at will state, but I was just fired without warning based on false information about me provided by our executive director to our CEO. Nothing was done by either to determine the truthfulness of the information-nor was I even asked about the situation. I was just called in the phone... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2018
You certainly can file a lawsuit but you have the burden of proof so get your evidence and witnesses together since those will be required to support your claims.
She knows they are untrue, but she does it anyway. Even if I get Facebook to take them down, can I still sue her for libel?
answered on Feb 5, 2018
If you have a valid libel case, then yes, you can still sue her regardless of whether Facebook takes the posts down. The only effect Facebook's actions would have on your libel claim is that your damages (i.e., the harm caused by the defamatory posts) would be reduced due to the shorter time... View More
My fiance's ex has been stalking me on social media and harassing us both by sending him everything I've ever posted in a support group that was supposed to be private and helpful for me as a stepmom to their daughter. I have her number blocked on my phone but she's still attacking... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2018
You can go directly to the Magistrate's office in the county where you live and file a complaint. That way, you aren't involving the police at all since you say they won't help you.
Two days after I received the car, the car dealership filed criminal complaint I stole the car. Two months later they did a supplement complaint I stole the car all while I was making my payments twice a month and i never received any demand. The criminal charge was dismissed. Can I sue?
answered on Jan 7, 2018
Sometimes you can, sometimes you can't. You need to consult with an attorney that specializes in defamation cases. The wrinkle in your case may pertain to whether the statements were legally privileged or not.
Woman was in single occupant bathroom and supervisor audio recorded her in said bathroom without her knowledge from other side of the door and is threatening her with the recording.
answered on Sep 12, 2017
My law practice does not cover unauthorized recorded conversations. Sorry.
Do I have any recourse? And is he allowed to? I'm assuming anyone can see you anyone, but still...
answered on Aug 22, 2017
That is unfortunate. I sympathize. You can defend yourself in court. The party bringing the lawsuit has to prove liability and also prove damages. You can attack his claims of liability and the damages he claims were suffered. You should probably have a lawyer present you as the case will be... View More
Upon volunteering with Catholic Charities (CC) in N. Virginia, I provided complete information for a background check. CC engaged a firm (SSCI) in GA that replied with a sexual assault conviction complete with a prison sentence.
This is completely false. I have never been to the city or... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2017
In Virginia, there is no cause of action for "misidentification." If you have evidence and can prove that SSCI intentionally defamed you, you may have a cause of action for that issue. Then you will need to show how you were injured and what was the monetary damages. This will be an uphill battle.
Can I get the arresting officer for slander. He did not tell me I was under arrest, he did not read me my rights I did not get a summons or a ticket with the deputy's name on it, all they gave me was a paper that said at the top RECONIZANCE. Can I not get him for slandering my name for putting... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2017
Slander is when someone announces something that is not true which has negative financial consequences. I am a criminal defense attorney and your question deals with civil issues. However, it does not appear that you have a case of slander. You can speak to a litigation attorney for second... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2016
It's used quite often in many different types of cases. If the messages are relevant and overcome any hearsay objections, electronic communications can make or break a case. If you are in a case reliant on what was said on social media or in text, work with an attorney to plan for the... View More
one of my friends is unduly influencing my wife and child. because of this my wife is seeking separation and my son wants to change his school. what can I do to prevent this undue influence
answered on Sep 8, 2016
This post is intentionally vague, which may be appropriate, given the subject matter. It sounds like you need to speak with a local family law attorney to give the full details of what's happening in a private consultation.
answered on Sep 1, 2016
They do. You have to break down the reading of the statute in this way that skips over the language specific to females by paying particular attention to the use of "or":
"Any person ... who shall falsely utter and speak, or falsely write and publish, of and concerning... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2016
It is possible; consider speaking with a criminal defense / gun rights attorney in your area to discuss if it would be prudent to bring the error to the court's attention. Best to consult sooner rather than later. Good luck to you.
If they reach a plea deal or settle out of court, can Person A sue Person B for damages for tarnishing reputation or causing distress or for anything?
answered on Jul 8, 2016
Only if it can be shown they didn't--apparently person A had the keys or the car.
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