| As
a general rule, defamation occurs when someone makes a statement
of fact about you, that is false, they know the statement is
false, they "publish" the statement to a third party
and you are harmed. Libel is defamation that is written.
Slander is defamation that is spoken. Did my former employer
defame me when he told a prospective employer that I stole money?
Did a publication defame by saying that I was involved in illegal
activity? These are just some of the many issues that
a Defamation lawyer can address for you. |
| Questions
to Ask and Information to Obtain About your Prospective Attorney: |
| Does
the lawyer have experience representing people who have sued
for defamation and people that have been sued for defamation?
How long has the lawyer been doing this type of work? |
| Does
the lawyer have experience with your particular type of case
(e.g., defamation claims against a newspaper are very different
than claims against a former employer who has given a bad reference)? |
| Does
the lawyer have experience litigating a defamation case including
preparing pleadings, conducting depositions and handling motions? |
| Has
the lawyer tried a defamation case to a verdict before a Judge
or a Jury? |
| Does
the lawyer participate in relevant local, state and national
bar/defamation law associations? |
| Does
the lawyer teach other lawyers about how to handle defamation
cases? |
| Does
the lawyer have a web site or other information about his/her
professional experiences and credentials? |
| Can the lawyer provide you with the name of a former client or two that would be willing to discuss their experience with the lawyer? |
