Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Protecting Myself

I am in the wedding of someone who was supposedly my friend. She has begun making up lies about me and spreading them around, she is mean and vindictive and I want out. The wedding is in July. Does she have any legal grounds to come after me if I drop out now? I have heard of people suing for breach of contract, but I need to know if she can do that to me. I also want to know what evidence I need to have for a restraining order. In times past when I have not been speaking to her she calls all day long, sends multiple e-mails, calls people I know and generally harrasses me.Being the vindictive person she is, I fear for my safety. What does she have to do in order for me to get a legal order for her to leave me alone? Please help I am at my wit's end.


Asked on 6/11/02, 5:53 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Martin Lathrop Russakow, Ryan & Johnson

Re: Protecting Myself

I suggest you tell her you are out of the wedding now and move on with your life without this person. You should tell her in writing.

Good luck and thank you for your question-Martin

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Answered on 6/14/02, 8:46 pm
Michael Burt Diamond, Burt, & Akhkashian

Re: Protecting Myself

It might be possible for the bride to sue for backing out of the wedding now. However, I think it would be very unlikely. Even if she attempted to sue you, one of the things that she would have to prove is the amount of damages that she suffered. What damages would she suffer by you pulling out now? -- The more advance notice you give her, the more time she has to mitigate her damages. My suggestion would be to tell her you are backing out in writing and not to mention anything negitive about her in the letter or subsequent conversations.

Regarding the restraining order, if you honestly fear for your safety based on her past conduct and her present conduct, then you should be able to get the restraining order. My office can assist you with it if you wish.

Please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions, I would be happy to speak with you.

Michael Burt

(213)384-2220

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Answered on 6/11/02, 6:33 pm


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