Suzanne S. asked

⚖️  Law

Can I sue for slander in California small claims court after a customer posted a negative review and slandered me by calling me a 'village bicycle,' a term meaning 'slutty person,' which could potentially harm my business and affect the sale of my property?

December 1st, 2023

Lori W. answered

Yes, you may be able to sue for defamation in California small claims court. Defamation involves mak...

December 1st, 2023

Sign Up to View Full Expert Answers

Create an account to view answers and interact with the community!

⚖️Related Questions

A loved one has passed away, leaving two Power of Attorney (POA) documents, one in-state and one out-of-state. There are multiple assets including checking/saving accounts, life insurance, annuities, and a home. The in-state POA is not cooperating and not disclosing information. Can the out-of-state POA be changed to an in-state POA, and if not, what can be done?

February 7th, 2023

I live in a condo community and am being bullied and harassed by the board. A woman in my building has stolen plants from me, is verbally abusive, and has blocked me from entering the building, imposing a $50 fine each time I open the door. The police have been involved, and my landlord and I have complained to the board, but this woman is unstable and has cost me at least $1700 due to her dislike of my patio furniture. What are my legal recourses?

July 10th, 2024

If I self-banned for life at Hollywood, does it affect all Seminole casinos in Florida or just the one I did it in?

December 1st, 2023

My daughter was attending my grandson's birthday gathering when a group of people confronted her about the parking space. The police were told that she pulled a gun on them and asked her to open the car to check for the gun, which she refused. The officer then had a towing company unlock the doors without a warrant or permission on private property. Is that legal?

October 14th, 2023

I will be traveling on December 4th with my brother who is diabetic. Is there anything I need to be aware of to get through security without any issues?

September 17th, 2024