Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana

Boss accusing me of stealing check

My most recent employer and I departed on very bad terms. He tried to withhold my last check, then when i finally got it from him he told me he was going to call and stop payment on it to spite me. Luckily, I found a bank and cashed it before he could cancel it. Now he's told me he contacted the police and told them I stole one of his checks and forged his signature. What should I/Can I do to protect myself? Also, if I can prove this didn't happen can I sue him for something?


Asked on 12/09/06, 12:02 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Andrew Casanave Andrew M. Casanave

Re: Boss accusing me of stealing check

First, if he files a false police report against you, that is a crime.

Second, if he files a false police report, you could file suit for defamation (and very possibly win).

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Answered on 12/09/06, 8:02 am


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