If someone publishes something not true on a social network, is this defamation of character?

Generally, "defamation" (whether libel or slander) is the "publication" of an untrue statment of fact to a third party/parties that is injurious...

How do i answer a lawsuit letter?? I was in a car accident july of 2012 and now the other person insurance is trying to sue me.

That insurance company is trying to recoup whatever it paid out due to first party claims filed by the owner/driver of the other car. However, as...

How long does an attorney have to ask for deposition and interrogatories before a trial?

Your posting is somewhat confusing. Unless you are seeking an Order of Protection as part of an already pending civil lawsuit, someone seeking the...

As far as a civil lawsuit by the man as against you, there is none as there was no collision between your vehicles and it does not appear that he...

What is the process to file a judgement against the registered owner of a teenager driver after insurance is exhausted?

Presumably, your attorney explained to you the mathematics of the available insurance coverages versus what is owed for medical treatement, etc.,...

Leaving the scene of an accident...although I was NOT driving...does it matter?

Your post leaves out some important details, and is ambiguous on others. Essentially, it would appear that you left the scene and the people from...

A Doctor referred to my husband as a pill popper. Is there any type of action I can take against this Medical Doctor?

Without getting into techicalities and detailed discourse involving legal theory, a defamatory statement requires the "publication" of a false...

Do I have a spousal privilege to defend myself in a defamation case?

"spousal privilege" is typically referred to in a criminal setting where one spouse can not be made to testify as against the other. Even if...

Can my lawyer bill me for motion to withdrawal? Even if I I no longer work for the company?

Your post is confusing, no doubt because you may be confused as to what exactly you are being told. Initially, if you were involved in...

The general rule followed is that you are entitled to either the cost of repair (if repairable) of the fair market value of the vehicle if it is...