Baseless complaint

By Persida Acosta

Oct 16, 2023 12:18 am

Dear PAO,

A former friend and I got into a big fight. Because of that, she falsely accused me and filed a groundless case against me in court so that I would be humiliated. Even if the case has already been dismissed, can I still sue her for lying and for the damage she caused me and my family?

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