San Diego Defamation/Slander/Privacy Attorney

At the Gomez Law Firm, we have experience dealing with problems resulting from defamation. We represent employees, executives, individuals, and businesses harmed by defamation and disparagement of products and services. Libel and slander can ruin your well-merited reputation. Defamation (or defamation of character) is the legal term used to describe slander or libel which are false statements made about another person or organization.  Defamatory accusations can ruin your business, affect your ability to get a job, or destroy your character and reputation.  If you have suffered from false accusations of misconduct by your employer, former employers, or business competitors, contact the San Diego employment law attorneys at the Gomez Law Firm We are experienced in filing defamation lawsuits, recovering damages, and assisting in the restoration of your reputation and livelihood. Defamation of character, whether spoken or in print, can cause serious damage. It can impact a person's career, their relationships with their family and friends, and their mental well-being. Defamation claims are often closely related to claims involving wrongful termination. If you are the victim of defamation of character, you need an experienced employment law attorney that will be committed to holding the responsible parties accountable for their actions. The Gomez Law Firm believes in representing our clients with integrity, tenacity, and personal service.

Issues associated with Defamation/Slander/Libel:

• Wrongful termination
• Unfair employment practices
• Damage to your professional reputation
• Losing the ability to work in your field
• Business loss / failure

On the other hand, there are numerous procedural protections, substantive standards, and privileges that protect defendants against defamation claims. Being well-versed in these areas is vital to the successful representation of our clients. In many cases we have avoided a costly trial for our clients by prevailing on a motion that resolves the case. However, even when a case must go to trial, our attorneys are experienced litigators. We understand the special issues faced by media defendants in jury trials and vigilantly defend our clients' content. We can help you try to repair the damage to your reputation and your ability to earn money caused by slander or libel.

Invasion of Privacy Claims

When people engage in activities that they consider private, and these activities receive media coverage, they may choose to bring invasion of privacy and/or right of publicity claims against the responsible media outlets. Our attorneys are experienced in handling all types of invasion of privacy claims, including public disclosure of private facts, intrusion upon seclusion, misappropriation, and false light. Consult our team of experienced defamation defense attorneys for guidance through this process.