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Is libel illegal?
Libel is a civil issue. We tend to reserve the terms "legal" and "illegal" for criminal actions. In civil law, we use the term "liable". In other words, if someone is guilty of a libelous action, they are subject to liability for any damages resulting from the libel. You can file a civil suit for libel but make sure you can meet your burden of proof, and make sure you can prove your damages. Being angry over libel is not, alone, enough to take it to court.
Can you file a lawsuit against someone for verbal assault on the internet?
You may be able to bring a law suit for slander or libel. Some states have begun to recognize cyberbullying and put legislation in place to prevent it.
How do you file a wrongful dismissal suit in Alberta?
To file a wrongful dismissal suit in Alberta, file a petition with the court. Only a judge can dismiss the suit.
Can a person file suit against there own insurance co.?
Yes, you can file a suit again your own insurance company. If you do file suit against them, they may drop you.
What happens if you can prove that someone falsely accused you of a terroristic threat in Georgia?
You could attempt to file a criminal complaint alleging a "False Report To Law Enforcement"' or you could bring suit against the person in civil court for libel or slander.
What are your legal rights as a manager when one of your employees continues to make false complaints to Human Resources about you?
If they're false (and hopefully you can prove they are), you can sue that employee for slander. You can also sue for libel if any of the accusations are in writing. Slander and libel are present when your repuation and/or job suffer from the false accusations. Letting the employee know you intend to file suit may enough to get them stop.
Can a libel suit be brought against an employee for reporting on their superior?
Yes, if it was in writing, defamatory, and untrue. If it is verbal, it is slander.
What is the cost to file a civil suit in rhode island?
The cost to file a civil suit in Rhode Island is $80.00. The cost to file a suit in small claims court in Rhode Island is $55.00.
If you file a law suit is it possible to end it during the trial process?
Yes, a case can "settle" at any time prior to the rendering of a verdict.
Is there any legal recourse for being called a sociopath?
Depending on the context, you may be able to make out a civil suit for libel or slander.
Can a deaf and dumb file a suit of his own in a court?
A deaf and a dumb person can file a suit of his own in court. He however, needs to be assisted.
How long do you have to file mental anguish civil suit in Ohio after incident?
That would be a civil case. In Ohio you have two years to file the suit.
