Legal Question in Personal Injury in Ohio
Slander/Libel
I live in Ohio, i was dating a guy in michigan. We broke up. He sent letters to several people including myself and my job stating that i was a drug dealer, i spread diseases, etc. The letters were all postmarked from michigan in the area that he lives in however there was no return address and no indicatin that it was from him other than the fact that it was sent from michigan. Included in the letter was two pictures of me which were also sent to everyone. They weren't indecent photos but just were included in the letter. My social security number is also included in the letter. My friends and i just received the letters i don't know if my job has received the letters yet or not. Included in the letter was also a list of people that the information was sent to. Do i have a case? Can i sue this person? What proof do i have that it was him?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Slander/Libel
You may have a case for defamation. It could be defamation per se as he has accused you of being a criminal. For more info., please contact me at (248)851-3171.
Re: Slander/Libel
I would think you would have a case for libel/defamation. Two problems. First, how to prove that the Ex sent the letters. Second, what are your damages?
Given the timing of the letters in regard to the breakup, your testimony that he had these photographs(maybe he even took the photos), and the post mark, problem one probably isn't a real problem.
Money damages, however, might be more difficult. A jury would give you damages in some amount, but would it be worth your expense of going to court? You might also seek a injunction against the wierdo to stop further bad acts.
You will have to sue the Loser where he lives, in Michigan.
Don Darnell
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