Can I sue my ex-husband for telling someone that I have a STD?

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I have been divorced 1 1/2 years after 22 years of emotionally abusive marriage. My ex told a male friend of mine that I had a STD. Is this slander?

Hong Shen / Roberts Law Group Answered 1 year ago This attorney is licensed in California View Attorney Profile

If he is lying and it caused your reputational harm, then yes, it is a slander and you can sue him for damage.

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