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I was defamed by a board member of my hoa! Do I have a case against her

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Those are the hallmarks of a defamation case. Unfortunately, they are not contingent fee cases and can become quite expensive to litigate. Many people opt to pursue them on principle however, so its simply a matter of choice on your part. 
Those are the hallmarks of a defamation case. Unfortunately, they are not contingent fee cases and can become quite expensive to litigate. Many... Read More

Humiliation

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
There is no case here. Its unfortunate that there was a miscommunication but there is not a viable legal action here. 
There is no case here. Its unfortunate that there was a miscommunication but there is not a viable legal action here. 

Can i sue someone for libel, slander , and defamation?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Yes, you can sue her, but such cases are typically expensive and are not contingent fee cases for lawyers for obvious reasons. 
Yes, you can sue her, but such cases are typically expensive and are not contingent fee cases for lawyers for obvious reasons. 

Can they say such a thing if it isn't true and documented?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This will all revolve around the details of the allegaed defamatory statement. You will need to retain a lawyer to examine this and possible file suit to get evidence of what was actually stated. 
This will all revolve around the details of the allegaed defamatory statement. You will need to retain a lawyer to examine this and possible file... Read More

Can a primary care physician dismiss a patient from the entire practice with no explanation?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You have no legal right to make any doctor treat you. There is obviously a dispute and the facility simply doesn't want your business. 
You have no legal right to make any doctor treat you. There is obviously a dispute and the facility simply doesn't want your business. 

can you sue someone for false statement on facebook that slander your character & reputation,

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Yes - we handle such cases frequently, but they are RARELY conitngent fee cases and require a retainer. 
Yes - we handle such cases frequently, but they are RARELY conitngent fee cases and require a retainer. 

I was accused of making a complaint against a local animal rescue, I did not, nor does animal control have anything stating that, however the rescue

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You cannot sue over how people think about you in general. However, posting things on a facebook page to make others think ill of you with false statemes of fact is another story. Then it becomes an issuse of willingness to spend money out of pockt on legal fees purusing the issues.
You cannot sue over how people think about you in general. However, posting things on a facebook page to make others think ill of you with false... Read More

I own a business in Central FL. We had a temp working for us which we had to let go. Now they are leaving neg. reviews on Google.what can I do?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This is a claissic social media defamation issue. We handle such cases but they are not contingent fee cases. YOu have to decide that the issue warrants paying legal expenses to address them. 
This is a claissic social media defamation issue. We handle such cases but they are not contingent fee cases. YOu have to decide that the issue... Read More

Does. Lawyer have to be from the state where this is happened???? Are there any time limits.?? What damages my child has??? I really rather speak with

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This question is simply incoherent. We do handle defamation cases if thats what you are asking about. YOu can call our office at 1-800-922-6442
This question is simply incoherent. We do handle defamation cases if thats what you are asking about. YOu can call our office at 1-800-922-6442

I was accused of growing marijuana selling cocaine giving alcohol to minors all this was false let the cops check everything found nothing what can I

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This is a classic defmation case with defamation "per se". The issue is really are you inclined to spend several thousand dollars on legal fees filing a lawsuit over such an issue for damages. If not, you rub dirt on it and move on. Otherwise this will escalate an you will end up spending even more money to address it later or worse have no ability to do so and still have a worse issue. ... Read More
This is a classic defmation case with defamation "per se". The issue is really are you inclined to spend several thousand dollars on legal fees... Read More

is it appropriate for an attorney to mail divorce documents to the boyfriends place of work.

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
It may be a breach of confidentiality - but you have no dog in that hunt - only your G/F does. Since it seems YOU got the information, unless she has been secretive about the divorce there are no damages. Is seems like YOU have been actively involved in the controversy with her and she may have even authorized the lawyer to use you as a contact point. Case in point is YOU on here asking about an issue in HER case when SHE should be the one rasing any issue if there is one to be raised without your involvement. ... Read More
It may be a breach of confidentiality - but you have no dog in that hunt - only your G/F does. Since it seems YOU got the information, unless she has... Read More

Can I take legal action against someone making allegations about me?

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Possibly - if you want to bear the expense of hiring lawyers to handle issue. This is NOT a DIY lawsuit in small claims court issue. 
Possibly - if you want to bear the expense of hiring lawyers to handle issue. This is NOT a DIY lawsuit in small claims court issue. 

Defamation and Malicious Lawsuit question

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Possibly - any time you "take it to the streets" and post up public accusations and comments, especially after having lost an issue in court, you run that risk. Whether one side or the other wins is a whole different issue. 
Possibly - any time you "take it to the streets" and post up public accusations and comments, especially after having lost an issue in court, you run... Read More

I live in Florida. My boss fired me. I know it doesn't matter in Florida why she fired me. However she has told employees I was fired for compliance.

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This may well be a defamation "per se" case as you describe it. You may need to send a cease and desist letter to them or sue for damage or to get thier legal attention with the hope they stop saying such things. We handle such cases BUT they are NOT contingent fee cases where the lawyers get paid only if they win or a percentage of the recovery. They are hourly rate/retainer type cases. ... Read More
This may well be a defamation "per se" case as you describe it. You may need to send a cease and desist letter to them or sue for damage or to get... Read More

what can i do

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This sounds like there is an issue where you are accused of drug seeking behavior  - likely related to opiate pain management. This can be addressed if you are willing spend what may be tens of thousands of dollars on litigation expenses, assuming you were aquitted of the charges. ... Read More
This sounds like there is an issue where you are accused of drug seeking behavior  - likely related to opiate pain management. This can be... Read More

I wanted to know if I could sue for slander from a doctor putting something in my files that wasn't true, and hurt my reputation

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Nope. Doctors are entitled to have thier opinion of you in their records. Unless you can show some form of actual malice you won't get very far on such a case and you will typically spend a great deal of money on legal fees trying to sort it out regardless. 
Nope. Doctors are entitled to have thier opinion of you in their records. Unless you can show some form of actual malice you won't get very far on... Read More

A person create a flyer on Facebook .

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This is a classic social media defamation issue. We handle such cases routinely. Unfortunately they are NOT contingent fee cases and typically can involve a substantial legal fee expense simply because the defendants can be pretty volatile. 
This is a classic social media defamation issue. We handle such cases routinely. Unfortunately they are NOT contingent fee cases and typically can... Read More

HOW AND WHO CAN I FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST WHICH INVOLVES SLANDER AND DEFAMATION.

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
The affected coach will likely have to hire a lawyer to review and possibly take legal action to address this. Unfortunately, this is not a "contingent fee" case so the affected coach will likely be spending a good deal of money on a retainer/hourly rate retention of the lawyer. 
The affected coach will likely have to hire a lawyer to review and possibly take legal action to address this. Unfortunately, this is not a... Read More

My sister that lives in Virginia wrote a book about her life but included things in the book that was not true about myself and other family members

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This is a classic defamation issue. You will need to actuallt retain a lawyer, typically at some expense, to address this issue. As we do handle suchcases - you can call our office at 1-800-922-6442 for a free in office consultation tosee who we can help. 
This is a classic defamation issue. You will need to actuallt retain a lawyer, typically at some expense, to address this issue. As we do handle... Read More

I was accused of verbal and physical assault by the administrator of St. Anne's Catholic Health Services in the presence of 3 other facility staff

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Could be a case if you wanted to spend the money on legal fees initiating it. Such cases are often very expensive to file and fund as they revolve more around emotions than actual damages 90% of the time. 
Could be a case if you wanted to spend the money on legal fees initiating it. Such cases are often very expensive to file and fund as they revolve... Read More

a customer caused a scene and I asked her not to return. She is on social media accusing me of child abuse etc. I teach dance to ages 3-18

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This is a classic example of social media defamation type cases. We handle these  type of cases, though they are typically not handled on a contingent fee. 
This is a classic example of social media defamation type cases. We handle these  type of cases, though they are typically not handled on a... Read More

I live in Condominium. Election on 8 March. Board put out News letter. Stated that I physically Assaulted president. Police officer present, plus othe

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Could be a defamation case. You just need to decide whether you want to invest the money in legal fees to hire a lawyer to pursue it. 
Could be a defamation case. You just need to decide whether you want to invest the money in legal fees to hire a lawyer to pursue it. 

I just got tresspassed by walmart in ocala for supposedly "panhandling" there is video of me amd my bf getting out of our car and going straight in

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This could be a legitimate issue though the damages may be minor. You will need to retain a lawyer to review ALL of the facts an decide what to do from there. 
This could be a legitimate issue though the damages may be minor. You will need to retain a lawyer to review ALL of the facts an decide what to do... Read More

Can I sue my sister?

Answered 9 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Possibly BUT plan on spending thousands of dollars on legal fees just to start such a case. 
Possibly BUT plan on spending thousands of dollars on legal fees just to start such a case. 

I am a teacher in a local private school and on Sunday a student created a fake message and hacked into my messenger account and posted the message as

Answered 9 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You have serval issues here - the defamation one may or may not be viable for several reasons and will require some level of legal analysis and financinal investment on your part to address. Other than that you will have to address this issue with the school to makesure they know what actualy happened.... Read More
You have serval issues here - the defamation one may or may not be viable for several reasons and will require some level of legal analysis and... Read More
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