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∙ 13y agoYou can file a slander lawsuit over anything you want. That is what is so great about our legal system. In fact, it is more efficient if you file 5-10 lawsuits at the same time. That way you can maximize your trips to the courthouse.
In addition to the idiotic "girlfriends ex says I'm a criminal" lawsuit it would be fun to try these:
1. My neighbor looks at me funny
2. Walmart was out of chewing tobacco so I had to pay double at the Circle-K.
3. This guy on the internets was making fun of my question.
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∙ 13y agoNone. Slander is normally a civil tort, not a criminal act.
If the criminal charges of rape and sodomy were subsequently dismissed (BUT, you don't say if it was dismissed WITH or WITHOUT prejudice!) I would say that you have no cause of action on the disposition of the criminal charges. However allegations of slander and discrimination are CIVIL chargesand are separate and apart from the criminal action. Contact a good civil attorney for advice.
Yes, slander is a type of tort. It is a civil wrong that involves making false spoken statements that damage a person's reputation, leading to harm or loss. The victim of slander can potentially seek compensation through a lawsuit for the damages caused.
Slander, libel, and incitation to criminal acts.
yes, but why would you do that unless you might win? As with any lawsuit, you have the burden of proving the facts necessary to show the defendant slandered you and that it caused you some sort of damage. Because slander is oral, you will need witnesses or a recording of what was said.
You may be able to file a slander lawsuit against a teacher if she was talking about you in public. You would need to contact an attorney in your area.
It's possible to file a defamation lawsuit in small claims court for a small amount like $1, but be aware that the legal costs involved may outweigh the value of the claim. Also, defamation cases can be complex and may require evidence and legal expertise to prove slander. It's advisable to weigh the potential costs and benefits before pursuing this course of action.
gossip is the spreading of social information that is unimportant enough not to be considered political or criminal. Slander is saying things that could be damaging to such a degree that the law could intervene and lay criminal charges. The slander somebody via the written word is called libel. hypocrisy is saying one thing and doing the opposite. Christ had a lot to say about hypocrites.
You can file a defamation lawsuit against the person for making false statements about you. In the lawsuit, you can use words such as defamation, libel (if the false statement was in writing), slander (if spoken), and seek damages for harm caused to your reputation. Be sure to consult with a lawyer for guidance on the specific language to use in your case.
No. Slander is a civil offense, not a criminal offense. The police would not take action in a civil complaint.
The difference between slander and libel is that slander is the spoken word, whereas libel is a written word i.e. newspaper, anything in the public domain. libel can be a criminal offense as well as civil rights to civil liability while slander is a mere civil offense. libel is permanent in form while slander is temporary in form. in slander damages must be proved
Yes, it can be if it rises to the level of criminal intent or tortious conduct (i.e.: libel or slander) on the part of the defamer.