Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New York
If someone who is mentally unstable makes false statements can they be liable for their statements. Can others who repeat the accusations be held liable for repeating the statements
Asked on 5/08/14, 4:49 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Kevin Connolly
Kevin J. Connolly
The law of false statements is very complicated. The short answer to both questions is "yes." It can happen. Does it happen often? No. But legally, it can happen.
Answered on 5/09/14, 4:46 am