Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Massachusetts
I was curious to know if it is possible for me to & how I would go about suing a person for false arrest, defamation, & etc. Is there a time limit on filing it? Also would I have to wait until the case against me is complete or could I file the paperwork now?
Many thanks in advance for the help
1 Answer from Attorneys
One reason to wait until there is some disposition in the criminal case is because certain documentary evidence or witness testimony may be discovered or come to light which makes your claims stronger or weaker. Your case may also be strengthened or weakened in the event that the individual is found to be guilty or not guilty.
There are laws which limit the time you have to file a lawsuit, referred to as a statute of limitations. If you are interested in filing a suit against someone for defamation, I strongly recommend that you speak with an attorney.
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