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How to file a case for defamation and ruining business reputation?

Is there any legal action I can take against a person for spreading false hearsay stories publicly which are false and not even linked to his company & he never checks with me on the true facts?

The background story: I have legal negotiations and proceedings going on with a company that signed a business deal (between companies) with my company registered outside the UAE.

While all this is ongoing legally, I get to know that the employee of this company with whom I am legally negotiating the disputed contract separately has gone and spoken to my ex-employer's CEO (as they are good friends) and they have started telling rumors and wrong facts in the market making everyone think that "I ran away with the money".

This is ruining my reputation with friends and ex-colleagues with whom I worked for a decade and also in the industry I worked in generally in Dubai.

I do have at least 3 people who have come forward and told me about these stories from the same ex-employer.

Appreciate guidance.

Ahmed Mohammed Bashir Advocates & Legal Consultancy
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11 Oct 2021, 07:23

Dear questioner,

You can complain criminally against the mentioned acts, however, you will need solid evidence such as witnesses.

If you have them, then you can start a criminal case against this employee, and if he gets convicted, then you can make a civil case asking for compensation.

For more information, please contact us through phone call or Whatsapp.

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Elnaggar & Partners
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11 Oct 2021, 10:50

Dear Questioner,

Yes, you can claim the damages in this manner, through civil claim "NDA Breach" or through a criminal complaint, both ways are assured of getting you what you seek.

I invite you to contact me at my email to see what we can do.

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Dr. Mohamed Alhammadi Advocates and Legal Consultants
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13 Oct 2021, 05:48

Dear,

This is a criminal case. Just be sure the abovementioned 3 people will accept to attend before the court as witnesses.

Best,

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