Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania

Re: Libel Online Casino

You may have several issues regarding your ability to conduct the business you have chosen.

However, to answer your question regarding libel, the technical term for the theory of law you are referring to is "defamation". First there is a limitation that such an action must be brought within one year of the injury. Keep that in mind. Second, only statements of fact are actionable. Opinions are perfectly permissible and not a reason to sue. For example, if the potential defendant were to say he thinks you are a poor businessman, that is not a statement which would allow you to sue. Third, the truth is a complete defense. If he makes a statement which he can prove is true, you have no action. Finally, you must prove that you have been damaged by the statement.

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Re: Libel Online Casino

You should retain a lawyer to advise you.

My immediate reaction (just off the top of my head, and not to be taken as legal advice) is that operating a casino site and operating a gambling business from Pennsylvania (if that's what you're going) is a criminal enterprise and the courts generally are not going to help parties to an illegal transaction.