Defamation And Harassment Case

Summary

Defamation in Massachusetts requires proving false statements that harm reputation, with a three-year statute of limitations. Ongoing harassment or recent defamatory actions may still be actionable. If you cannot afford a lawyer, consider seeking help from free legal aid organizations in Massachusetts. Legal aid resources include Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation and the Massachusetts Bar Association, which offer free or low-cost legal services to eligible individuals. Consulting a lawyer can help explore your options, especially if recent incidents have occurred.

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I have been targeted for 10 years
I'm sorry to hear that you've been going through this for so long. Defamation cases can be quite complex. Are you currently facing any ongoing legal proceedings related to this issue, or are you seeking to initiate legal action?
By a sister who has sectioned me followed me made fake police calls s
It sounds like a challenging situation. Defamation in Rhode Island involves false statements that harm someone's reputation. Here are a few key points:
- Defamation can be spoken (slander) or written (libel).
- You'll need to prove the statements were false and caused harm.
- There's a *-year statute of limitations for defamation cases in Rhode Island.
Are you looking to pursue legal action against your sister?
Mass
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It seems like a challenging situation involving potential defamation and harassment. If you're referring to Massachusetts (Mass) rather than Rhode Island, the defamation laws are slightly different.
- Massachusetts also requires proving false statements that caused reputational harm.
- The statute of limitations is three years for defamation.
Would you like to pursue legal action, or need more information on another aspect of your case?
Can I sue if it’s been going on for 10 years and I was in a breakdown
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In both Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the statute of limitations for defamation is three years. If the defamation occurred over a decade, you may face challenges in suing for older incidents. However, ongoing harassment or recent defamatory actions might still be actionable. Consulting a lawyer may be beneficial here.
Would you like more information on how you might proceed within this context?
Yes I just want to case to be heard to prove this abused is a parent
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It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving ongoing issues potentially beyond defamation. Given the history and nature of your case, it might be beneficial to consult a lawyer to explore your options, especially if recent incidents have occurred. Would you like me to provide more information about legal procedures related to your case?
Yes I can’t aforf a lawyer
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It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving potential defamation and ongoing harassment. In Rhode Island, you may face challenges due to the statute of limitations, but recent incidents might still be actionable. If you can't afford a lawyer, you might consider seeking help from free legal aid organizations in your area. Would you like information on such resources?
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It sounds like you're dealing with a challenging situation. Here are some resources that might be able to offer you assistance:
*. Rhode Island Legal Services: They offer free legal help to eligible low-income individuals.
*. The Rhode Island Bar Association: They can provide referrals and some pro bono services.
Would you like more details on how to contact these organizations?
Mass
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It seems like you're dealing with a complex issue involving both harassment and potential defamation over a long period. If you're in Massachusetts, the resources for legal aid might be different. Would you like information on legal assistance available in Massachusetts?