Can you sue an Individual who made false statements that got you fired
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Can you sue an Individual who made false statements that got you fired
I was fired for inappropriate contact by a subordinate. Although this act never took place and I was never given the opportunity to defend myself or was even questioned about this I was fired and have had difficulties finding work in chosen field.
Asked on November 24, 2016 under Personal Injury, Alabama
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You can sue the individual for defamation, which is a false statement made with knowledge of its falsity communicated to a third person and the statement is injurious to your reputation.
Libel is written defamation.
Slander is oral defamation.
Each repetition of the defamatory statement is actionable in a lawsuit for defamation.
Your damages (monetary compensation ) in a lawsuit for defamation would include loss of employment, loss of friends and associates, emotional distress, and if applicable, physical illness.
Your lawsuit must be filed with the court prior to the expiration of the applicable statute of limitations or you will lose your rights forever in the matter.
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