Gossip as a crime?

Q:My neighbor and I got into an arguement because she was spreading rumors about my daughter who by the way is a great kid. Now my daughter is trying to get a job at the corner cafe but my neighbor keeps going down and spreading gossip and trying to make it where my
daughter doesn't get the job, and so far it is working. What can I do about it?

A: Unfortunately gossip is not considered a crime, and there are often several sides to a story. In your case there is not a great deal you can do. You could try to speak to the cafe owner one on one or try to speak to the neighbor and see if it can be peacefully resolved.