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Do I have an legal option to defend myself against slanderous behavior?

In Kentucky, To establish defamation, a plaintiff must show (1) defamatory language, (2) about the plaintiff, (3) which is published, and (4) which causes injury to reputation. Columbia Sussex Corp., Inc. v. Hay, 627 S.W.2d 270, 273 (Ky. App. 1981). The words complained of must be of such a nature that courts can presume as a matter of law that they do tend to denigrate or disgrace the plaintiff, or hold him up to public hatred, contempt or scorn. See Digest Pub. Co. v. Perry Pub. Co., 284 S.W....

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Should I plea not guilty to my possession charge to get it reduced?

You should not plead guilty at your first appearance. Plead not guilty and speak to a criminal defense attorney.

My boyfriend was arrested for 3 counts of unarmed robbery how much time will he get?

If he is charged with Robbery in the 2nd Degree the penalty is 5 to 10 years per count, which can run concurrently (together) or consecutively (one after the other) so this would mean a minimum of 5 years to a maximum of 30 years for 3 counts. Unarmed Robbery can be Robbery in the 1st degree. It depends if physical injury was caused to the victim or if a threat was made with a dangerous instrument during the robbery. Here is the Kentucky Revised Statute on 1st Degree Robbery. 515.020...

If you have neglect charges brought against you that were unintentional and the county attorney decides not to do anything with

I do not know if I clearly understand your question but I will give it a try. First, a neglect charge is always unintentional. Who are "They"? and what are the exact charges that are being considered? You mentioned the County Attorney. He would only have an input on a misdemeanor charge in KY. The Commonwealth's Attorney could bring felony charge through the grand jury at anytime since there is on statute of limitations for a felony in Kentucky. Based on your question it sounds...

Insurance company offered me 500 dollars to settle. Should I be getting more?

You need to consult an attorney in your state. I think you should be getting more. Since you have already been offered 750 ask the attorney you see if he or she would take you case and not charge you on the first 750 dollars in recovery.

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If I am in an accident and found at fault, am paying the other persons insurance bill. Am I responsible to pay her deductable?

I do not practice in your state and you should consult an attorney in your state. If this happened in Kentucky where I do practice the following would be my advice to you; You will have to pay the deductable. This is an amount she is out of pocket. If you do not pay it she will not be made whole. Her case will probably hold up in Court and no it is not worth it for you to take it to court. You should pay her, based on the information you have given.

Is there a chance of not being awarded monetary damages in an auto accident case?

There is always a chance that monetary damages will not be awarded. In depends on a number of factors. How will the relative present to a jury? What medical proof can be provided? in other words what does the treating doctor say about the shoulder injury and the cause of the shoulder injury. The defense lawyer will have all of your relatives medical records for trial and will probably send your relative for an IME (a doctor's exam which is paid for by the Defendant's Insurance company),...