I received a citation from a web business owner in texas who didn't like a ripoff report he thinks it's mine.

Dear Laconia- First issue – was the post yours or not? Second issue – If he filed suit in Texas, please retain a local attorney so you avoid a...

Slipped and fell in restaurant.

Dear Richmond – these cases are very difficult to win, even with a lawyer, but I suggest that you talk with one in the Richmond area for advice....

3 rd dui outside of 10 years of the other 2

Dear Virginia Beach – you need to contact the DUI lawyer in your area and be prepared to be punished as if it was your third DUI within 10 years....

How can I protect myself from internet slaunder?

Dear Butte – I would retain a local attorney to send her a cease-and-desist letter. You must try to quash her bitterness and her feeling that she...

What should I plead?

Dear Alexandria – I agree with my colleagues. Talk to an experienced attorney in your area – Oblon is very good. Good luck

Dear Portland- I think you should print and save all of his posts. In addition, please know that defamation cases are costly, time-consuming, and...

What if this guy threatening me to blackmail me, and send a letter to my parents, and other family. Im married.

It seems that he can only blackmail you if you did something wrong. Therefore, tell your husband about it and be careful how you word it or he...

What are the grounds for suing for defamation of character or slander?During a court hearing I was accused of lying about....

Dear Pompano Beach - I agree with the "privilege" that attaches to statements made in court proceedings. But know that judge's can tire of "he...

How can I stop a former employee from tarnishing my reputation in my industry?

Dear Westport - get a lawyer to send her a "cease and desist" letter to show that you are serious about shutting her up. IF you just do it your...

I will rephrase a question; if a person knowlingly makes a false statement on a op what is the penalty?

Dear Scottsdale - you have a few problems here. First - as said above/below, if the statement is opinion, you have no cause of action. If the...