What legal actions can be taken if I have an uncle that is posting some false/confidential information about my father online in articles and such?
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What legal actions can be taken if I have an uncle that is posting some false/confidential information about my father online in articles and such?
He did this without the consent or approval of my dad. What they are posting is causing people to discriminate against us. Uncle refuses to take it down because his company is making money off of it. What can I do to stop them?
Asked on July 25, 2015 under Personal Injury, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
If the information is about your father, you can't do anything--you have no protectible legal interest(s), since the information is not about you. However, if the information consists of false factual statements about your father (not opinions: anyone is entitled to speak/publish/post/etc. their opinions, no matter how negative) which damages his reputation, then your father may be able to bring a lawsuit for defamation, seeking monetary compensation and/or a court order (injunction) that the uncle stop doing this. If your father is interested in exploring this option, he should speak with a personal injury attorney; many provide a free initial consultation, and you may inquire into this before making an appointment.
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