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False accusation of child abuse

Asked on Sep 19th, 2016 on Libel, Slander and Defamation - New York
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Hi I was falsely accused by a church leader of child abuse. This pastor and his staff spread those lies to my family and former bosses. I have in writing from the parent of the child that no such thing ever occurred, my reputation and career has been destroyed. I would like to know what legal remedies I can take to get justice.
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Estate Planning Attorney serving New York, NY
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You can sue, but there are clerical privileges and employer privileges which make these cases hard.
Answered on Sep 22nd, 2016 at 3:11 PM

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