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Are email and WhatsApp voice messages sufficient proof to file a defamation case?
Dear Lawyers,
My former partner in the company has been saying bad things about me and my family, especially after his cheque payment bounced. He directly threatened, via his company email, to defame me among my relatives.
He also sent a WhatsApp voice message (in Persian) to my brother-in-law, filled with offensive language and defamation threats against me and my family.
1) Are the email and WhatsApp voice messages sufficient proof to file a defamation case?
2) Can I send him a legal notice in advance and request an apology letter within 7 days?
3) Do I have the right to ask for a signed apology letter addressed to me and my family?
4) Can I share the apology letter with the people he defamed me to?
Dear Questioner,
1) Yes, email and WhatsApp voice messages can be used as evidence in a defamation case. Your brother-in-law and friend can also serve as witnesses to the incident.
2) Yes, you can send a legal notice to your former partner, requesting an apology within a specific time frame. This will serve as a warning and give him a chance to rectify his actions before taking further legal action.
3) Yes, you have the right to request an apology letter from your former partner, specifically addressing the defamatory statements made about you and your family.
4) You can also share the apology letter with the party he defamed you to, as it may help to rectify the damage caused. However, it is always advisable to consult with a lawyer before taking any action.
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Badr Legal Consultant
Hello, dear questioner,
If you have proof of everything your partner did, whether it was email or WhatsApp messages, then we can file a lawsuit for defamation or insults and demand compensation for any harm caused to you and your family, whether material or moral.
For further discussion, please share the WhatsApp number.
Greetings,
Yes, voice and written emails via WhatsApp and email are considered sufficient evidence of conviction, and you can submit an official legal warning to him to apologize.
If he does not do so within three days, you can file a lawsuit against him and demand compensation for the damage to your reputation and defamation of you and your family.
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Yes, the email and WhatsApp messages can be used as evidence in a potential defamation case.
You can send him a legal notice requesting an apology letter within 7 days. You have the right to ask for an apology letter signed by him.
Sharing the apology letter should be approached cautiously.
Dear Questioner,
Regarding your situation involving defamation and threats made by your old business partner, here's how UAE law applies:
Q1: Are email and WhatsApp voice messages enough proof to file a defamation case?
Yes, email and WhatsApp voice messages can be used as evidence in a defamation case in the UAE.
The UAE Cybercrime Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 5 of 2012) criminalizes online defamation and insults, including threats and defamatory remarks made through electronic communication platforms such as emails and WhatsApp.
You can submit these messages as proof in court, and your brother-in-law and friend can act as witnesses to support your case.
Q2: Can you send a legal notice and ask for an apology letter within 7 days?
Yes, you can send a legal notice. Sending a legal notice in advance, requesting an apology within a specified period (e.g., 7 days), is a common legal step.
This shows that you are taking formal action and gives your partner a chance to correct their behavior before escalating the matter to the courts.
The notice should outline the specific defamatory acts and request a written apology.
Q3: Do you have the right to ask for an apology letter?
Yes, you can request an apology letter from your former partner, addressing both you and your family, along with his signature.
However, if you plan to share the apology letter with third parties (such as the person he defamed you to), you should do so cautiously.
Defamation cases in the UAE are sensitive, and publicly sharing such documents could lead to further legal complications if not handled carefully.
In summary, you have strong grounds to file a defamation case with the available evidence.
A legal notice demanding an apology can be a first step to resolve the matter before pursuing formal legal action.
Best regards,
Omar Mosaad
Thank you for reaching out with your questions regarding defamation and your situation with your former company partner.
I understand how distressing this must be for you and your family. Let me address your queries:
Q1: Are the email and WhatsApp voice messages enough proof to file a defamation case?
Yes, email and WhatsApp messages can serve as strong evidence in a defamation case, especially when combined with witnesses who can corroborate the threats and defamatory statements.
Your brother-in-law and your friend’s testimony would further strengthen the case. The fact that these threats were made through official company communication and on record makes it even more compelling.
Q2: Can I send him a legal notice and ask for an apology letter within 7 days?
Absolutely. You can send a formal legal notice demanding an apology, as this is often an effective way to resolve such matters before escalating them to court.
The legal notice would put pressure on him to respond seriously, especially if his actions could result in further legal consequences.
Q3: Do I have the right to ask for an apology letter with his signature, and can I share it with the parties involved?
Yes, you can request a signed apology letter for both yourself and your family. Once received, you are within your rights to share the apology with those whom he has defamed you in front of, as it is part of clearing your name and reputation.
I strongly advise taking swift legal action to protect your rights and to prevent any further damage.
Feel free to contact me directly via WhatsApp or phone at [--------], and I can guide you on the best way to proceed, including drafting a legal notice.
Best regards,
Suhail Rana
Ibrahim Albanna Advocates & Legal Consultants
