in the news paper where my ex lives and tell everyone in his town how he has refused to acknowledge his son and support him financially? I know it sounds mean but my son is hurt over the way he has been treated by that jerk. He has gone on with his life and doesn't think twice about his son. I would not be stating anything that is not the truth! ONLY THE FACTS!
Thanks for any imput!
2007-11-16 04:03:11 · 7 answers · asked by brandi from texas 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Well truth is a defense for a libel lawsuit.
2007-11-16 04:11:31 · answer #1 · answered by john r 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why waist the money, spend it on your kid instead.
You could do it, and with the correct verbiage you could prevent legal action. All you would be doing though is venting in an open forum. What does that help?
Instead, why not be pro-active and legally have him give up all rights to his child. He obviously doesn't appreciate having them anyway. At least he would be gone, and the truth would be out in the open. And remember to tell your child that "making a baby" and "being a father" are two very different things.
2007-11-16 12:16:23 · answer #2 · answered by buggerhead 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you in his head? Can you count how many times he has thought about his son, and are you prepared to testify to that under oath?
OK now that you have that out of the way...
Maybe he sees staying away from his son as the lesser of two evils - we don't really know him here, but we know what you posted, and it is clearly bitter, angry, and vengeful, and you wish to be able to shame him even from far away.
Can we blame him if he wants to stay away from you enough even if it means sacrificing time with his (and your!) son?
Fortunately there is help available for you - I am sure many therapists will be glad to assist you get rid of the anger and fury and get your life back on track, for the sake of your son!
2007-11-16 13:20:16 · answer #3 · answered by Barry C 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Even the truth can qualify as "Defamation of Character"...You wouldn't be in trouble with the police, but could be facing a civil court if you're not careful
2007-11-16 12:11:54 · answer #4 · answered by abfabmom1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Slander and libel are lies.
Get your emotions in check. Stop thinking about revenge or desperate measures. Seek legal advice, not some silly newspaper game.
2007-11-16 12:11:40 · answer #5 · answered by TryItOnce 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure of the legal side, but no matter how mature you think your being you have to think about how mature he's going to be when he reacts.
2007-11-16 12:16:11 · answer #6 · answered by N. Owen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is defilement of character and yes, he can sue you for it. You are better useing the court system to your advantage and continue to harass him through them to get help.
2007-11-16 12:11:37 · answer #7 · answered by shadowsthathunt 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋