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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

Need a lawyer who handles defamation by the way of slander cases - need consultation- thanks

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
You should search for lawyers in your area and contact them directly to get a consultation about your legal issues.
You should search for lawyers in your area and contact them directly to get a consultation about your legal issues.

I was falsely accused of a crime that I did not commit I was proven innocent I have incurred lawyer fees and other financial problems due to the case

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Did your lawyer inform you of your rights to get the case expunged from your record?
Did your lawyer inform you of your rights to get the case expunged from your record?

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

Iam working in housing loan company since 7yrs..in this company every day we worked 9.30a.m. To 11p.m.but office timing its showing 9.30a.m. to 5.p.m.

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Christopher Edward Clark (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Dear Anonymous,   I will probably need some additional information to properly answer your questions, but if you were actually working 9:30 am to 11:30 pm daily, you may be entitled to overtime payments under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA").  The FLSA requires employers to pay "non-exempt" employees time and a half for every hour over 40 hours worked during a workweek.  If you would like to discuss your case with an employment law attorney, please feel free to call me for a free consultation.   Very truly yours, Chip Clark  ... Read More
Dear Anonymous,   I will probably need some additional information to properly answer your questions, but if you were actually working 9:30 am... Read More

A neighbor is spreading rumors I murdered a tenant who passed away of natural causes.

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
Assuming this happened less than a year ago, you may have a good case for defamation, since you are being accused of a serious crime and suffering financial harm as a result of it. The statute of limitations is one year, and an action for defamation must be commenced within one year of the slanderous statement. You need to prove financial damages that were directly caused by the slanderous statements, which it seems that you can do. ... Read More
Assuming this happened less than a year ago, you may have a good case for defamation, since you are being accused of a serious crime and suffering... 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

What action can I take against someone who has been slandering me and my husband all over town which harms my husband's business?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
In order to successfully sue for defamation, you must file the action within a year of the slanderous statement and prove special damages, meaning financial losses or loss of business opportunity directly tied to the statements. You can go to court to get an injunction against this person to prevent him from making these statements in the future. ... Read More
In order to successfully sue for defamation, you must file the action within a year of the slanderous statement and prove special damages, meaning... 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

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.

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

Is it slander if the words are sent to the police and the person gets locked in a mental hospital. When his family disagrees

Answered 9 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
In NJ, two doctors must opine that the person is either a danger to himself or others. Please check the medical opinions. Ed Dimon
In NJ, two doctors must opine that the person is either a danger to himself or others. Please check the medical opinions. Ed Dimon

I have been placed on paid administrative leave by a local school district based on a student accusation. i need libel advice as I have done nothing

Answered 9 years ago by Mr. David R Hartwig (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander And Defamation
These are factual issues that we can discuss. If you are interested in pursuing the matter further, I off an initial 1/4 hour consultation without charge. If you want to set an appointment for the initial consultation, feel free to telephone, or email, my office.
 David R. Hartwig
801-486-1715
drhlaw@ix.netcom.com... Read More
These are factual issues that we can discuss. If you are interested in pursuing the matter further, I off an initial 1/4 hour consultation without... 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
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