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Can I sue my college and a student for libel/slander and damages

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You can't sue the school but you may be able to sue the student who falsely accused you. If you can get her to admit in a letter, text, email or tape recorded conversation that she lied, or admit it to a third party, that would be admissible evidence. But if you have no evidence she lied, you won't win. ... Read More
You can't sue the school but you may be able to sue the student who falsely accused you. If you can get her to admit in a letter, text, email or tape... Read More

I am a psychotherapist LCSWR for 20 years graduate of Columbia and I have had false allegations and slander attacking my credibility professionally

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Otherwise slanderous statements made in litigation have qualified privilege, meaning the maker of those statements cannot be sued for libel for making them in documents filed in court or in a courtroom.  However, once those statements reach the outside of a courtroom, they can be slander. There is a one year statute of limitations for commencing a defamation action, running from the time the statement was made. You must be able to prove a link between the slanderous statement, which you must particularize with specific detail, and your loss of business or other income or damages.... Read More
Otherwise slanderous statements made in litigation have qualified privilege, meaning the maker of those statements cannot be sued for libel for... Read More

So I am being harassed by neighbors. They put nasty signs on grass about me and I have 5 children here not to mention we are in school zone. Now what

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Call the police.  It probably violates some ordinance.
Call the police.  It probably violates some ordinance.

Some one has placed nude pictures of me on the internet

Answered 9 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
report it to the website hosting the pictures as an abuse.  You can sue the person, if you know who it is.
report it to the website hosting the pictures as an abuse.  You can sue the person, if you know who it is.

If a highway superintendent is telling my husband in front of people disgusting lies about me, from April till present, can I sue him for slander?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Publicly accusing someone of adultery is considered "libel per se"- which means that unlike other types of defamation, you can successfully sue someone for it, as long as you can prove, with witness testimony, that it happened, and you don't need to prove  special damages (financial harm). The statute of limitations to sue is one year.... Read More
Publicly accusing someone of adultery is considered "libel per se"- which means that unlike other types of defamation, you can successfully sue... Read More

Ex-sister in law posting fake reviews of my business online how do i get her to stop?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You should contact the sites and tell them the reviews are not genuine, and are by a disgruntled family member and they should be removed.
You should contact the sites and tell them the reviews are not genuine, and are by a disgruntled family member and they should be removed.

If the police took me into custody and held me for 14 hrs. and then released me without seeing a judge. Can I sue them ?

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Unless you were abused in some way, the 14 hrs is not legally improper.
Unless you were abused in some way, the 14 hrs is not legally improper.

False accusation of child abuse

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You can sue, but there are clerical privileges and employer privileges which make these cases hard.
You can sue, but there are clerical privileges and employer privileges which make these cases hard.

Do i have a deframation case if my former roomate opened mail of mines without permission and posting it to Facebook to make me look bad?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Call the post office.  There is actually something called the "postal police" which are real police that work for the post office.  It is a crime to open the mail of another.  They will investigate.
Call the post office.  There is actually something called the "postal police" which are real police that work for the post office.  It is a... Read More

Would I have a slander suit

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
No because there is a privilege for communications among people who need to know information, called a qualified privilege.  In other words, leaders have a right to express to each other facts about other leaders to higher ups, whether it is true.
No because there is a privilege for communications among people who need to know information, called a qualified privilege.  In other words,... Read More

Is this defamation per se?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
It could be.  It depends upon what was said, and that you are not a public figure, or news story.  Defamation by the press is very hard to prove.
It could be.  It depends upon what was said, and that you are not a public figure, or news story.  Defamation by the press is very hard to... Read More

I was hired for a job yesterday and about hour later that employer called me to take back the position do to my last employer slendering me by lying.

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Yes.  You can also file a claim with the Department of Labor.
Yes.  You can also file a claim with the Department of Labor.

defamation of character slander/ libel

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Skip it.  You have no claim.  What are your damages beyond hurt feelings.
Skip it.  You have no claim.  What are your damages beyond hurt feelings.

Can I sue my employer and and employee for libel?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
The survey is an opinion statement of those who answer.  Therefore there is a qualified privilege and this is not libel.
The survey is an opinion statement of those who answer.  Therefore there is a qualified privilege and this is not libel.

How can I prosecute someone who harasses me by phone and now has written a damaging email to my employer

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Gerry M Wendrovsky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Yes, you can bring suit for libel, but also for intentional interference with contract (employment). You should consult with qualified counsel. Gerry Wendrovsky, Esq.- Upper West Side Lawyer www.upperwestsidelawyer.com
Yes, you can bring suit for libel, but also for intentional interference with contract (employment). You should consult with qualified... Read More

How do I get my ex boyfriend to stop, slander, libel and derfermation of character?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Get a restraining order from the criminal court, and put in that posting on Facebook, etc., is not allowed.  If his actions are stalking, make a police report.  A civil lawsuit is not going to help you.
Get a restraining order from the criminal court, and put in that posting on Facebook, etc., is not allowed.  If his actions are stalking, make a... Read More

Getting items from ex boyfriend

Answered 13 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Forget it.  You have no title documents or agreements in writing.  He will dispute what you are saying.  You waited five years.  You do not have a good case.
Forget it.  You have no title documents or agreements in writing.  He will dispute what you are saying.  You waited five years. ... Read More

defamatory content on website

Answered 13 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You can sue.  That is the only option.
You can sue.  That is the only option.

The father of a college student at the university where I am employed is threatening and harrassing me. What can I do.

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You can make a grievance to the bar association.  This is unprofessional conduct.
You can make a grievance to the bar association.  This is unprofessional conduct.

my neighbor across the street Lucille 212 West Newell Streetis going around the neighborhood telling people that i''m a child molester, Can i sue

Answered 13 years and 10 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Yes you can sue, assuming you are not a child molester.
Yes you can sue, assuming you are not a child molester.

My ex has posted to the "Public" audience on Facebook on four occasions derogatory and defaming information about me.

Answered 13 years and 11 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
File a police report.  I see more of a criminal issue than a civil case.
File a police report.  I see more of a criminal issue than a civil case.

How to appeal order to show cause decision in Kings County Supreme Court of new York?

Answered 14 years and 3 months ago by Gerry M Wendrovsky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Your detailed question requires that in this instance, even if you are pro se, that you consult with a qualified attorney. There are time limits to file a Notice of Appeal and the actual appeal. It also appears that the failure to effect service may mean that you can revisit the matter through another Order to Show cause, but again, this should be discussed with an attorney, who can provide a possible strategy or roadmap, even if you elect to continue on your own. Gerry Wendrovsky, Esq.- Upper West Side Lawyerwww.upperwestsidelawyer.com  ... Read More
Your detailed question requires that in this instance, even if you are pro se, that you consult with a qualified attorney. There are time limits to... Read More
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