Finally, here is a link to the NJ Civil Jury Charge for private defamation of character so that you can obtain an understanding of what you need to prove for such a claim: <a href="http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/civil/charges/3.11B.pdf+">http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/civil/charges/3.11B.pdf+</a> Read MoreJeffrey Anthony SkiendziulCriminal Defense Attorney Eatontown, NJ I think I addressed a version of this question in a previous post but you recieved great advice