Restaurant Sale Legal Dispute

Summary

In Michigan, defamation involves false statements harming reputation. Truthful statements are generally not considered defamation. Keep all evidence and communications for potential legal action. If you have concerns, consider consulting with a local attorney for personalized advice.

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I bought a restaurant last july, from a man named joon and he intentionally did not tell us the HVAC was not working which was a *,*$ repair, he also hid expired inventory (*,*$ worth) in a spot thats not very visable. now, i have found the expired incentory and have asked him for a refund but he blocked my phone number and immedietly got a lawyer. he would refuse to pay us back untill he agreed to pay us back only half, which his lawyer emailed us saying that they would. Then they found out i was selling the restaurant and now are refusing to pay me anything. i took it to social media where i commented on his social media comments only the truth about what had happened and his lawyer told me i can get sued for defamation. is this true?
Hey Jay! In Michigan, defamation involves making false statements that harm someone's reputation. If what you posted is true and can be proven, it's generally not defamation. However, legal nuances exist. Would you like to connect with local lawyers who can better assist with your case?
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Alright, Jay. If you need any more information or assistance with this issue, feel free to ask. Make sure to keep all your evidence and communications in case you need to take further legal steps.