Lisa D. asked

⚖️  Law

I have a former coworker who is threatening to blackmail me by spreading private information about my past sexual relationship with another coworker. She is also contacting my ex-girlfriend and threatening to confront me at my apartment. No physical threats were made. Is there precedent for a civil suit here or could this be criminal?

July 11th, 2023

Matthew B. answered

The situation you described does not qualify as blackmail since she is not asking for anything in re...

July 11th, 2023

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