Filing a civil suit would cost them more than the value of the content. I doubt it would even be worth it for them to do a small claims case. Calling your neighbors and making those allegations would leave them open to a civil suit with potential damages far in excess of anything they are claiming.
Clear cut case of internet bluster and blunderbussing here.
Let us know when they start threatening your pets and let this be your lesson to always perform solid Due Diligence with each and every prospect you intend to do biz with.
