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How can we get help with defamation?

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Without going into a lot of detail, governmental entities (such as law enforcement) have what is called governmental immunity in the performance of their duties. You can do your own research online as to what this means.
Without going into a lot of detail, governmental entities (such as law enforcement) have what is called governmental immunity in the performance of... Read More

I've had someone post scam ads about myself, blasting in groups on Facebook. I've never even had a single business transaction with her or her family.

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You might have a claim but you would need to speak with an attorney who does defamation law, which I do not do.
You might have a claim but you would need to speak with an attorney who does defamation law, which I do not do.

Hello I was accused of sexual harassment at work and then suspended while under investigation. I was cleared ,do I have a case.

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
I don't do defamation law so I can't answer your question.
I don't do defamation law so I can't answer your question.

Do I have a deflamation of charactor suit?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
In my opinion,  defamation lawsuit is a waste of your time and money.
In my opinion,  defamation lawsuit is a waste of your time and money.

I was falsely accused of taking drugs at work, passed a urine test the next day, and am still dealing with these false accusations. What must I do?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Sorry, but I do not have any suggestions as to how to protect yourself.
Sorry, but I do not have any suggestions as to how to protect yourself.

My employer sent me an email accusing me of fraudulent activity and have blocked me from the weekly schedule to work. What is my recourse? How do

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You have no recourse. Tennessee follows the employment at will doctrine. Look it up on Google.
You have no recourse. Tennessee follows the employment at will doctrine. Look it up on Google.

A woman got on facebook and said I was a theft. And just really trashed me. Do I have lawsuit?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Yes you probably do have a lawsuit but it would be expensive with attorney fees and costs.
Yes you probably do have a lawsuit but it would be expensive with attorney fees and costs.

How do you prove you didn't video someone (changing) while they are slandering you otherwise? Life altering accusation.

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
I have no advice to give.
I have no advice to give.

would I have the favor in court?

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
If you are asking me if you have evidence that you are innocent of the charges, would that serve as a defense to the charge? Yes it would.
If you are asking me if you have evidence that you are innocent of the charges, would that serve as a defense to the charge? Yes it would.

Defamation suit threatened against me if I don’t resend my harassment claim to hr

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
The state can provide an attorney if they choose to.
The state can provide an attorney if they choose to.

Hi -- got a problem with someone out of state sexually harassing my wife from social media... the pig thinks he is safe out of state -- can you help??

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Sorry, can not help you. Need to find an attorney in your county.
Sorry, can not help you. Need to find an attorney in your county.

I have a few questions about a defamation letter that I received from posting a review on yelp by a doctor from banfield (animal hospital)

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
I can not advise you what to do because I don't know the circumstances around your posting. You need to consult with an attorney in your area.
I can not advise you what to do because I don't know the circumstances around your posting. You need to consult with an attorney in your area.

I have a neighbor who told our ex live in nanny, that just moved out that i told another neighbor my husband & nanny were having anfair. This is a lie

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
This is not a legal question.
This is not a legal question.

I was fired from my job saying I violated company policies. I want to sue for defamation I lost my job for false statement

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
If you can prove that what the accuser says is not true and you can prove your damages, then you have a case. However, attorneys will not take the case on a contingency basis and you will be responsible for the attorney fees.
If you can prove that what the accuser says is not true and you can prove your damages, then you have a case. However, attorneys will not take the... Read More

My now former landlord used my full name in a Facebook status bashing me. Can I sue?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Only if you can show that what he said was not true and if you can show what damages you suffered as a result of his words.
Only if you can show that what he said was not true and if you can show what damages you suffered as a result of his words.

When a State. Operated. Housing facility report to landlords.They have no records of leasing you an Apartment. But you have an Section 8 voucher.Wow..

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
I do not have an answer to your question.
I do not have an answer to your question.

accused, by phone to employer, by sister of recently deceased friend, of being under investigation as well as sending condolences to daughter

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Sorry, I can't help you.
Sorry, I can't help you.

ADA health danger apartment rental Claim / defamation libel and slander claim

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Not sure what you are asking since your description of the events is not very coherent. It appears that there was an eviction because somebody refused to let manangement into the apartment to provide a treatment. If you are not on the lease, then you have no right to stay at the apartment.... Read More
Not sure what you are asking since your description of the events is not very coherent. It appears that there was an eviction because... Read More

i have a question, a personal demafation of character is something that you can help me with? Personal/someone defamating me?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
I would suggest that you might want to contact Facebook and see what they say. You can file a lawsuit but it would be very expensive for attorney fees.
I would suggest that you might want to contact Facebook and see what they say. You can file a lawsuit but it would be very expensive for attorney... Read More

I authored a book on sex addiction recovery that's on Amazon. A porn book using my name appeared with my book on Amazon. I want to sue. Can I?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Who do you propose to sue? Amazon pulled the book once the issue was made known to them so they will not be held liable.
Who do you propose to sue? Amazon pulled the book once the issue was made known to them so they will not be held liable.

MY 20 YR DAUGHTER WHO IS GAY HAD UNSUBSTANTIATED ACCUSATIONS PLACED AGAINST HER ON A COLLEGE WEB GROUP CHAT. IS THIS DEFAMATION OF CHARACTER?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Don't have enough facts to answer the question but the statute of limitations for defamation is one year from the date of publication.
Don't have enough facts to answer the question but the statute of limitations for defamation is one year from the date of publication.

I had a lady lie on me while I was working at Lakewood Camping Resort in Myrtle Beach, SC. I was written up without a fair hearing. What can I do?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You will need to contact an attorney in South Carolina and ask that lawyer the question.
You will need to contact an attorney in South Carolina and ask that lawyer the question.

I need a lawyer from my area in Rocky Top,Tn. to take a case about a collection agency telling lies to my co signer who is my grandmother

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You need to specifically seek an attorney in your county.
You need to specifically seek an attorney in your county.

How would I go about winning my case?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
If I understand your situation, Corporate is handling this matter internally. If this is the case, then the courts will not get involved and it is up to Corporate to decide what to do.
If I understand your situation, Corporate is handling this matter internally. If this is the case, then the courts will not get involved... Read More

My previous supervisor agreed to give me a reference, however, she wrote that I lacked interprofessional and interpersonal skills.

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
I answer general questions of law. The answer to this question depends upon to many facts that are unknown so I can not answer it.
I answer general questions of law. The answer to this question depends upon to many facts that are unknown so I can not answer it.
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