Damemorder
Member
What is the name of your state? TX
While utilizing my rights under Texas Property Code § 70.001(a) (mechanics' lien) I was arrested this morning for Theft of a motor vehicle. I was not booked or charged, but was given a written order by the judge I saw to return the car. I will of course report this to the proper authorities as it is a violation of my rights.
However, In order to get my money quickly I'd like to file with the small claims court for the balance due in the contract, But specifically I'm wondering what defamation of character is worth in this event. The owner of the vehicle reported the vehicle stolen and through the enept dealings of my local police they persued it, even after they were informed I was utilizing my rights.
I am a small-time mechanic relying on word of mouth for advertising. Being arrested at 10:16 this morning on fraudulent charges in front of many of my neighbors is not good for my business.
The charges accrued up until this point for the car are $453.37
In this area I expect to lose 6 - 7 jobs a month for at least a year due to this. What would a reasonable claim for defamation of character be?
While utilizing my rights under Texas Property Code § 70.001(a) (mechanics' lien) I was arrested this morning for Theft of a motor vehicle. I was not booked or charged, but was given a written order by the judge I saw to return the car. I will of course report this to the proper authorities as it is a violation of my rights.
However, In order to get my money quickly I'd like to file with the small claims court for the balance due in the contract, But specifically I'm wondering what defamation of character is worth in this event. The owner of the vehicle reported the vehicle stolen and through the enept dealings of my local police they persued it, even after they were informed I was utilizing my rights.
I am a small-time mechanic relying on word of mouth for advertising. Being arrested at 10:16 this morning on fraudulent charges in front of many of my neighbors is not good for my business.
The charges accrued up until this point for the car are $453.37
In this area I expect to lose 6 - 7 jobs a month for at least a year due to this. What would a reasonable claim for defamation of character be?