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Insurance Liability for Defamation in Virginia
0July 11, 2022 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Insurance Liability & Duty to Defend Defamation is a personal injury — any assertion to the contrary is frivolous. Under …
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Defamation Republication on the Internet
0December 31, 2019 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Q: When is a statement “republished” on the internet or in social media, so as to constitute a new cause …
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Liability of websites for defamation
0October 21, 2015 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
QUESTION: Can you obtain a judgment or an injunction against an interactive computer service obtaining damages or enjoining it to …
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Cox Defamation Legal Defense
0June 18, 2015 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Nathan Cox has been an outspoken advocate of citizen’s rights and responsible government with vocal criticism of a growing police …
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Summary of defamation, slander & libel in Virginia
0January 28, 2014 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Overview: Slander, defamation and libel are all treated the same in Virginia. Defamation is a false statement of fact published …
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I’ve been sued for defamation–how do I defend a defamation claim?
0July 11, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
You’ve been accused of defamation in Virginia. What’s next? A general summary of defamation and the steps that should be …
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Defamation – Alexandria Federal Jury Confirms Facebook Is Not a Safe Haven for Libel and Defamation
0July 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
July 25, 2012 – On the third day of trial in the Alexandria Federal Court, the jury returned a verdict …
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Is the Virginia state stalking statute unconstitutional?
0November 11, 2023 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Is the statute overly broad under the First Amendment, and facially unconstitutional? State stalking statutes unconstitutionally chill speech in violation …
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Richmond Civil Rights Attorneys – Thomas H Roberts & Associates, PC
Comments Off on Richmond Civil Rights Attorneys – Thomas H Roberts & Associates, PCFebruary 5, 2023 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Richmond Civil Rights Attorneys The United States Constitution guarantees individual liberties and protections against tyranny and government infringements of those …
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Does the statute of limitations toll because I didn’t know that I could file a lawsuit or because I didn’t know the name of the defendant?
0August 1, 2020 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
NO! BUT MAYBE – when it comes to Misnomer v Misjoinder? No, unless the defendant has actually obstructed you from …
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What are the elements of a “bad faith” claim against an insurance company?
0March 5, 2020 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
If an insurance company intentionally disregards the financial interests of their insured and fails to settle a claim within the …
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2018 – Virginia Accepts 2 Civil Rights Appeals to Address Sovereign Immunity Issues
0December 19, 2018 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Virginia Supreme Court grants two petitions to address sovereign immunity issues argued by Virginia’s Civil Rights Law Firm – Thomas …
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litigation
Comments Off on litigationMarch 30, 2016 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
LITIGATION Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law Firm … protecting life and liberty… 804-783-2000 Record Jury Verdict Wrongful Death …
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FOIA – a matter of transparency
0January 22, 2016 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
FOIA – Freedom of Information Act – is intended to provide citizens transparency to view the actions of the public …
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References and Things People Are Saying About Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, PC.
0December 10, 2014 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
“I was told by one of those firms that advertise on T.V., since [defendant] filed bankruptcy, I didn’t have a …
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Litigation in Insurance Policy Coverage – Ambiguity in Contract Construed Against Insurance Company
0April 7, 2014 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Ambiguity in the contract: Insurance company must pay defense costs of an $85 Million defamation action for Virginia non-profit Attorney …
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Jonathan M. Arthur, Esq.
0February 28, 2014 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Jonathan M. Arthur, Esq. Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, P.C.105 S 1st StreetRichmond, VA 2319(804) 783-2000 (804) 991-4308 (d)(540) 246-0818 fax …
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Personal Injury
0February 22, 2014 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Click Here for a Summary of Personal Injury Law in Virginia Personal Injury Law Firm 804-783-2000 Thomas H. Roberts & …
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Prior Restraint of Speech – First Amendment Violations
0December 20, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
RIGHT TO BE FREE FROM PRIOR RESTRAINT AND CENSORSHIP IN VIRGINIA You Can Help Defray the Legal Fees of Cox …
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Can I sue the prosecutor or the Commonwealth Attorney?
0August 27, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Question: Can I sue the prosecutor or Commonwealth Attorney for malicious prosecution? Answer: Probably Not. Explanation: In Andrews v. Ring, …
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Summary of Personal Injury Law
0March 4, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Summary of Personal Injury Law In Virginia What is a “Personal Injury” Lawsuit? “Personal Injury” lawsuits are suits seeking damages …
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Andrew T. Bodoh, Esq.
0March 3, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Andrew T. Bodoh, Esq. Associate Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, P.C.105 S 1st Street Richmond, VA 23219(804) 783-2000(804) 991-4260 (d)(804)331-4270 …
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Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law Firm
Comments Off on Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law FirmFebruary 23, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
protecting life and liberty Virginia Litigation Law Firm Virginia’s personal injury and civil rights law firm of Thomas H. Roberts …
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In the News
0February 22, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE. CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A …
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Practice Areas
0February 22, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
LITIGATION & APPEALS CIVIL LITIGATION CIVIL RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL VIOLATIONS §1983 ACTIONS First Amendment Religion Speech Fourth Amendment Excessive Force Unlawful …
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