Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New York

Hi, my company has been defamed by a disgruntled client. He has also sent an email stating he would do this and slandering us down to a personal level. We also have a witness who has coincidently talked to this individual and during that conversation they slandered and defamed my company further.

I have the email saved, the defaming comment posted on a public site saved, and the witness. Is this grounds to sue?

Thanks


Asked on 8/26/10, 3:05 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jason Kessler Law Offices of Jason B. Kessler, P.C.

You may have grounds to sue. But the question is whether you want to sue. Defamation litigation is very expensive (never done on a contingency fee) and the suit may just highlight what would not have been noticed by the public. Usually defamation actions are instituted by very wealthy plaintiff's and the payout for those actions are usually very small. Lastly, even if you get a verdict who says that the defendant will actually pay you.

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Answered on 8/31/10, 3:13 pm
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Sure. But the cost may outweigh the benefits.

Feel free to get in touch to discuss the case in detail.

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Answered on 8/31/10, 3:13 pm


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