What legal action can someone pursue if I have insulted them?

If somebody threatens legal action if communication continues, then it's generally advisable to cease communications. I'd also point out that...

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. There's a saying that any jerk who can pay the filing fee (around $400 in most jurisdictions) can sue...

I am being sue by a doctor for something I posted on the interenet about him. what happen to my face is true.

It sounds like you need an attorney who specializes in defamation defense and anti-SLAPP law. Your attorney may be able to convince the judge to...

How can I remove a competitors false review on Rip Off Report without giving them $2000 they insist on?

Federal law exempts "message board" sites like Ripoff Report and Yelp from liability for posts made by third parties. It's possible to file a...

Can an attorney write a horribly defamatory letter riddled with fabrications to opposing counsel without consequences?

The anti-SLAPP "litigation privilege" broadly protects writings prepared in furtherance of actual or potential litigation. It sounds like this...

I am being sued for verbally offending my neighbor. There was absolutely no physical contact or threats. I did say very

Being sued is a "you snooze, you lose" proposition. Defamation can be a particularly complex area of law—and there may be remedies available that...

How do you get a court order to have a libelous blog removed? Is it difficult and/or expensive?

The Communications Decency Act provides immunity to Internet bulletin board services like Tumblr for defamatory content published by third parties....

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I agree that (1) a person cannot be sued for expressing an opinion, and (2) truth is an absolute defense against defamation. Cease-and-desist...

The specific language of the reporting is very important. From a legal perspective, there would be a big difference between stating that he...

Can I apply for warranty of habitability?

Every lease contains an implied warranty of habitability, as well as a right to quiet enjoyment of the property. Collectively, these require...