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Can ex-husband be sued for defamation if he is spreading damaging rumors about immorality claiming that I sleep with my boyfriend while our 6 yr old is in the home?
Liza6
Of course you can always sue. The question here is, can you show that it is untrue, and that these rumors are truly damaging? Has this kept you from getting a job, for example? Is he spreading these rumors to people in your neighborhood or your child's school? Is he making these statements to the child? Unfortunately, the burden of proof is on you, and these things can be elusive when it comes down to court. Do you have people willing to testify against him? Are they willing to take time off work without pay for depositions, etc? It really comes down to cost/benefit - is it worth the cost in time, expense, emotions, etc (which you could lose) to pursue this? If you have deep pockets and are willing to sacrifice those things even if the suit doesn't pan out for you, then go ahead. If money is tight, you have a long road ahead...
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Can you sue a neighbor for spreading lies?
It is possible to sue a neighbor for spreading lies if those lies cause harm or damage to your reputation. It would be advisable to gather evidence of the false statements and consult with a legal professional to explore your options.
Can a company be sued for spreading rumors about an employee stealing without proof?
Yes it's called - defamation of character Yes a company and the individual speading the rumors can be sued by the individual who is being accused of stealing. It's call defamation of character.
Can you sue someone for maliciously spreading your past - In other words if I did something in my past and it came out but I am no longer at this company and their employee is spreading my business?
In the US, anyone can sue for anything. The question is not whether you can sue, but whether you can win. In such a case, you'd probably sue for defamation of character. In a defamation suit, the truth is a defense. So, if the information being spread about is true, you would not be able to win.
My sister is spreading false rumors in our home town that I am mentally ill and in a wheelchair after I had brain surgery?
Tell her either she stops these rumours - or you'll sue her for 'defamation of character' !
What is the difference between criminal defamation and defamation?
Ordinary defamation is saying something bad about someone else, when you know it to be false. You can be sued for this. Spreading rumors about someone to ruin their business is one example. Claiming that Joe's Stereo Shop installs stolen car stereos might be an example. Criminal defamation is when the defamation rises to specific allegations that essentially constitute something akin to perjury. It also seems to occur when people form a conspiracy to destroy someone else. Spreading rumors that Josephine's Child Care is run by molestors in order to cause a police investigation might be an example. Here you could get sued and go to jail. Criminal defamation laws are on the books in about half the states in the US but are common in other countries. Usually we hear about criminal defamation when a politician with clout is under attack in the newspapers. The politician convinces a friendly district attorney to charge the editors and writers with criminal defamation in order to chill their reporting. The appeals courts usually overturn these cases. Overseas, such prosecutions are common and are extremely harmful to the press. Criminal defamation has been used [rarely]when people (usually teens) do outrageous things to tear up their peers or teachers on MySpace or Facebook.
What does it mean if people say your boyfriend is going to dump you but the boyfriend denies it?
It means that people are spreading rumours or are trying to break you up!
Can someone charge you with malicious intent if you post a bad review of their company on Google?
There is no such crime as "malicious Intent" so no one can "charge" you with it. However - they CAN take you to civil court in a suit for defamation, libel or slander, if they can prove that you intentionally and knowingly are spreading false information about them.
What can you do if an employee spreads rumors?
* If the rumors are about you and damaging your character then face them and tell them to stop! If they refuse then you can sue for 'defamation of character' or, you can go to your Superior and let them know about it. No one has the right to ruin another person's reputation if the gossip is not the truth. If you confided in a person and they are maliciously spreading rumors you still can do something about it.
How do you get a boyfriend and keep it a secret if your friend knows who it is and is spreading it around the school?
You really need to tell them how you feel and as far as keeping relationships secret it is next to impossible to do this. Best Wishes!
A claim made in writing stating you said something which you did not?
A false statement made in writing attributing words to someone that they did not actually say is considered libel. It is a form of defamation that can harm a person's reputation and result in legal consequences. It is important to verify information before publishing or sharing it to avoid spreading false claims.
Spreading information that may not be true?
spreading rumours
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