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Old Apr 1st, 2008, 04:53 PM   #1
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Can I sue someone for slander if they have publically said false and derogatory things about me and diminished my stature/reputation in my community?
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Old Apr 3rd, 2008, 06:58 PM   #2
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You certainly can. That is exactly when you can sue.
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Old Apr 17th, 2008, 01:55 PM   #3
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if you sue someone for slander can you ask for them to pay court and attorney fees and lost wages plus what ever the monetary amount your suing for???
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Old Apr 19th, 2008, 10:52 AM   #4
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You can try to get that but it is within the discretion of the court.
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