Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Indiana
Defamation of character
How long do I have to pursue legal action for a person making a false statement about me in the newspaper?
Asked on 11/27/08, 9:46 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Voyle A. Glover
Attorney at Law
Re: Defamation of character
Merely making a false statement may or may not be libelous, or even if it is may not have generated damages.
Depends on the kind of statement made.
But...2 years from date of publication is your limit.
Answered on 11/28/08, 8:33 pm
Samuel Hasler
Samuel Hasler
Re: Defamation of character
Two years.
Answered on 11/28/08, 12:34 am
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