Am I able to sue for defamation and lost wages?
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Am I able to sue for defamation and lost wages?
I was accused of stealing $3600 from an elderly man whom I work for. I was accused of going to a local bank and taking money out of his account but I’ve never been in the bank that Im being accused of being in. I also never had any access to his accounts and the elderly man’s son called my boss and got me suspended from work and also called the police claiming he knew I was the one who stole the money.
Asked on May 14, 2012 under Personal Injury, Massachusetts
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Defamation is the knowing or reckless public making--which includes to any third parties, like to the police or your employer--of untrue statements of fact (such as that you stole, when you fact did not) which would damage your reputation (like an accusation of theft would). From what you write, you may be the victim of defamation and may therefore be able to sue for compensation--such as for lost wages. It would be worthwhile for you to meet with a personal injury attorney to discuss the situation and your options in detail. Good luck.
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