by Alan Sackrin | Mar 17, 2016 | Defamation, Libel, Slander
Public figure versus private citizen distinction under Florida law. In Florida, gossiping and spreading rumors, or just saying bad things about someone else can get you sued. If you speak it (slander) or you write it (libel), under Florida law you can be sued for...
by Alan Sackrin | Mar 1, 2016 | Defamation, Libel, Slander, Video
In this video, Alan Sackrin answers a question that he has been asked many times before by clients and visitors to this site. If you have questions after watching the video, Alan is available to talk with you now and answer your questions free of charge: Q: Can I sue...
by Alan Sackrin | Feb 2, 2016 | Damages - Money Awards, Defamation, Video
In this video, Alan Sackrin answers a question that he has been asked many times before by clients and visitors to this site. If you have questions after watching the video, Alan is available to talk with you now and answer your questions free of charge: Q: What type...
by Alan Sackrin | Nov 9, 2015 | Defamation, Video
Last Update: 02/03/16 In this video, Alan Sackrin answers a question that he has been asked many times before by clients and visitors to this site. If you have questions after watching the video, Alan is available to talk with you now and answer your questions free of...
by Alan Sackrin | Sep 24, 2015 | Defamation
Last Update: 11/16/16 Some jury verdicts in defamation cases can send a message. This is especially true in those cases where the court allows the jury to assess a money award that does more than compensate the victim. When a jury is authorized to consider more than...
by Alan Sackrin | Sep 16, 2015 | Defamation
Last Update: 11/3/16 Defamation of character can in two ways; either libel (written) or slander (verbal). Defamation involves “a false and defamatory statement concerning another.” Thomas v. Jacksonville Tel., Inc., 699 So.2d 800 (Fla. 1st DCA 1997)....
