QUESTION
Can I sue for damages if the opposing attorney committed perjury? How?
Asked on Aug 04th, 2015 on Litigation - Michigan
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I have recently subpoenaed documents which can prove that opposing attorney committed perjury by submitting false witness declaration under oath (attorney also signed his declaration under “penalty of perjury”). As a result I suffered significant financial losses and my business is ruined. Can I sue this attorney for damages?
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You possibly have a case for fraud, but would need an independent lawyer to analyze the situation.
Answered on Sep 01st, 2015 at 12:06 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
If you can prove perjury, you pursue a criminal action against him, you go to the attorney grievance commission and report him, and then you get a lawyer to sue for damages.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2015 at 12:27 PM
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We would have to know a lot more about the circumstances, context, etc as well as seeing the actual documents you are referring to.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2015 at 8:11 AM
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Probably yes. You may have other remedies as well. Contort of court as to the lay witnesses; a professional grievance with the Bar disciplinary authority in your state. Consult your lawyer and check and double-check your proof to be sure it is absolutely solid. After all, you are attacking other people's reputation and position in the community.
Answered on Aug 04th, 2015 at 10:38 PM
Edwin K. Niles
Yes, of course.
Answered on Aug 04th, 2015 at 6:20 PM
James Eugene Hasser
You might be able to get the verdict overturned. Consult the attorney you had for the case.
Answered on Aug 04th, 2015 at 6:09 PM
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See an attorney, but generally perjury is criminal and up yo the prosecutor, and you do not collect damages. You, however, might have other causes of action for recovery.
Answered on Aug 04th, 2015 at 6:05 PM