by Alan Sackrin | Nov 3, 2016 | Defamation, Libel, Slander
Last Update: 5/19/18 Sometimes getting justice in Florida for defamation (libel or slander) means having to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries. However, not every wrongful statement (spoken or written) warrants the filing of a lawsuit (these...
by Alan Sackrin | Oct 20, 2016 | Defamation, Libel, Slander
What is Defamation in Florida? Defamation can be in two forms. The first is libel, which is where someone seriously injures or tarnishes your reputation in writing. The second is slander, which is where someone uses spoken words to harm another person. Together,...
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 | Oct 15, 2013 | Defamation, Libel, Slander
Last Update: 01/27/16 Yelp is an online review web site where anyone can post reviews of doctors, lawyers, florists, contractors, etc.. — perhaps you’ve stopped by Yelp to read or post a review. As it turns out, Yelp is finding its name in all sorts of court records...
by Alan Sackrin | Sep 26, 2013 | Defamation, Libel, Slander
Last Update: 5/19/18 Generally speaking, Florida law allows for the filing of a defamation lawsuit if a Condo or Homeowner’s Association (the officers or directors) makes false statements that damage one’s reputation. The statements can either be libel...
