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Verbal agreements can be legally binding but are harder to prove. Gather all proof of your agreement (texts, emails). If the agreement was also over text messages, these can serve as written evidence. Defamation claims in Alabama generally require a false statement about you, communication of the statement to a third party, fault by the person making the statement, and damage to your reputation. Consult an Alabama attorney to understand if these elements exist in your case and how to proceed.Full Conversation
I was driving my friends car and got into a wreck me and her came to an agreement that I will pay for the damages on it, but all of a sudden she is trying to sue me because I won’t give her a damn payment for another vehicle. What should I do?
Hi ****, sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some general points regarding your situation:
- Verbal agreements can be legally binding in Louisiana, but proving them can be tricky.
- If sued, gather any proof of your agreement (texts, emails).
- Consult a lawyer to understand your position better.
i’m in alabama
Hi ****, my apologies for the confusion. Here are some points for Alabama:
- Verbal agreements can be legally binding but are harder to prove.
- Gather all proof of your agreement (texts, emails).
- Consider consulting with an Alabama attorney for more specific advice.
She has a message of me saying in an argument that i’m not obligated to pay anything but *,* which is the cost of her other car. Could she use that against me? or would that help me
This message could potentially be used as evidence in court. However, the interpretation would depend on the context and the court's view. It's best to consult with an Alabama attorney to understand the implications better.
The context is her talking about me being homeless and broke and heat coming at me rudely so i told her she was crazy if she thinks i was helping her get another car i am only obligated to pay for the one i wrecked
Thanks for providing the context, ****. It is essential here. Did you make any written agreement about paying for the damaged car, or was it all verbal?
it was verbal and over text messages
If the agreement was also over text messages, these can serve as written evidence. However, the interpretation could vary based on context. Obtain legal advice from an Alabama attorney to understand how these messages might be used in court.
Okay could i counter sue for defamation of character being that she brought her sister and aunt in and they all are diminishing my name and ganging up on me trying to fear monger me with sueing and kicking me out to make me pay for her a new down payment
Defamation claims in Alabama generally require:
- False statement about you
- Communication of the statement to a third party
- Fault by the person making the statement
- Damage to your reputation
Consult an Alabama attorney to understand if these elements exist in your case.
The false statement would be That i’m careless delusional broke and don’t have no family. Communication of 3rd party would be her aunt and sister right?
Yes, if the false statements were communicated to her aunt and sister, they can be considered the 3rd party. It's recommended you consult an Alabama attorney to understand if these statements can be considered defamation and how to proceed.
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