Flor de Cuba has filed a defamation lawsuit against Alexander Otaola and, along with her attorney Karel Suárez, publicly presented the evidence they have against the Cuban communicator.
In an interview with Destino Tolk, the influencer detailed the repercussions that the accusations made by Otaola against her over the years, without evidence, have had on her personal and professional life.
The attorney explained that they have already sent the letter to notify the defendant of the process and now they have 30 days to retract, or otherwise the lawsuit will proceed in court.
To support the claim, the lawyer stated that they collected videos from Otaola's programs where he defames Flor de Cuba, which has been crucial in gathering the necessary evidence.
Among the videos that serve as evidence, some stand out where Otaola claims that Flor de Cuba collaborates with State Security and "a sort of legal pimp," referring to "Sandro Castro's tube sucker, a matron of prostitution among young Cubans," "the front for Sandro Castro".
The lawyer explained that these defamation lawsuits are primarily when the accusations have a significant impact on people's lives, whether personally or professionally.
It is also a cultural issue in which I believe we Cubans have not learned, despite living in the United States, the laws of the United States, that there are things that cannot be done. Perhaps we did those things on a corner in Cuba while chatting with friends, and maybe it was acceptable there because there were no defamation laws, but you are in a country where such laws exist,” clarified Suárez.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flor de Cuba lawsuit against Alexander Otaola
Why did Flor de Cuba sue Alexander Otaola for defamation?
Flor de Cuba has sued Alexander Otaola for defamation because he has made serious and baseless accusations against her, such as claiming that she works with the Cuban State Security and is involved in pimping and money laundering. These accusations have negatively impacted her personal and professional life.
What evidence does Flor de Cuba present in the lawsuit?
To support the lawsuit, videos from Otaola's programs have been compiled where he defames Flor de Cuba, claiming things like she is "a front for Sandro Castro" and a "madam of prostitution." These videos are essential to demonstrate the unfounded accusations made by the communicator.
What impact have Otaola's accusations had on Flor de Cuba's life?
The accusations from Otaola have significantly impacted the reputation of Flor de Cuba on social media and have led to psychological issues, death threats, and boycotts affecting her personal and professional life. The influencer has stated that these false claims have incited hatred and abuse online.
What is Otaola's response to the lawsuit from Flor de Cuba?
So far, Otaola has not issued a formal response to the lawsuit, but he has 30 days to retract his statements. Otherwise, the legal process will continue in court. Otaola, known for his critical style, has hinted on other occasions that the accusations have a political background, but he has not provided concrete evidence.
What is Flor de Cuba seeking with this defamation lawsuit?
Flor de Cuba seeks justice and respect for her rights with this lawsuit, and she does not intend for it to be a media spectacle. The influencer wants the repercussions of Otaola's accusations to be acknowledged and her unjustly damaged reputation to be restored.
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