Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Jersey

If a person files a civil lawsuit to recover damages, and the court dismisses charges, what can be published?

An individual filed civil suit to reclaim damages from an animal rescue group for alleged costs associated with fostering. The court dismissed the case. This individual claims they are permitted to publish on websites and public forums her evidence and version of the case. They quote statements by the judge alluding to the fact that they thought the party was guilty - but of course none of this is in the court records. They now feel entitled to publish their evidence as fact even though the courts did not find in their favor. The case was dismissed in early 2007 and now they have websites, publish statements on blogs, and various public forums described the details of the case and saying this animal rescue is dishonest and disreputable. What is the POV of the law on this behavior -- is this allowed or is this libelous behavior - is this against the law?

thanks


Asked on 9/29/09, 9:08 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

I hate the use of initials as though everyone knows what they stand for. That aside, it would seem that "they" are subject to be suing for defamation.

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Answered on 10/04/09, 9:20 pm


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