Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

Defamation of character/ slander

My mother in law is telling people that I know that I am wanted for murder in order to get information on my where abouts. Do I have a case for slander? I want to sue here.


Asked on 7/20/03, 2:46 am

4 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Defamation of character/ slander

If you sue her for defamation, then she will find out your exact whereabouts.

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Answered on 7/20/03, 11:22 am
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: Defamation of character/ slander

Yes that is slander. Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.

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Answered on 7/21/03, 7:30 pm
Wayne Wisong Wayne Wisong, Attorney at Law

Re: Defamation of character/ slander

That depends on whether her claim that you are wanted is true. Feel free to elaborate to [email protected]

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Answered on 7/20/03, 2:49 am
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: Defamation of character/ slander

i am assuming that the allegations are false. if that is the case, then you may have causes of action for defamation as well as invasion of privacy (false light) if your esteem has been lowered in the community. feel free to email me with more information on all of this.

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Answered on 7/20/03, 3:37 am


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