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    As some of you know I have had a case of libel against one of our SW members. I am pleased to report that today I have chosen to accepted an out of court settlement offer from their attorney. But because I don't actually need the money nor was my case against them really about the money but instead about the principle I have decided to donate the entire settlement amount to my local domestic violence shelter and rape crisis hotline..... which brings me to the point of this thread.

    If you come upon any extra money or even just have a few bucks that you don't absolutely need please consider donating something to a charity or community service group. 'Tis the season of giving after all

    ! Happy Holidays to everyone !
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tara Nicole View Post
    As some of you know I have had a case of libel against one of our SW members. I am pleased to report that today I have chosen to accepted an out of court settlement offer from their attorney. But because I don't actually need the money nor was my case against them really about the money but instead about the principle I have decided to donate the entire settlement amount to my local domestic violence shelter and rape crisis hotline..... which brings me to the point of this thread.

    If you come upon any extra money or even just have a few bucks that you don't absolutely need please consider donating something to a charity or community service group. 'Tis the season of giving after all


    ! Happy Holidays to everyone !



    not to be rude but what was said on here that was so bad you did a lawsuit?

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    ^ To answer your question- It wasn't said on this site- it was a member of the site who did it to me elsewhere. Sorry I can't give many other details but it would violate the settlement agreement so....

    At any rate, my point in bringing this up was that by donating the money good can come out of a bad situation.

    I also wanted to encourage others to donate to whatever charity they prefer. Lots of us get a nice Xmas bonus or higher than average tips from customers, etc.... so if folks here can - I hope they will use some of that to help those less fortunate.
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    What kind of proof do you have to have for a successful case?

    (For personal reference )

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tara Nicole View Post
    ^ To answer your question- It wasn't said on this site- it was a member of the site who did it to me elsewhere. Sorry I can't give many other details but it would violate the settlement agreement so....
    Well Why tease us, Now I am going to be curious about who this person is. I did not know you had some issues that you where battling over in court with someone here.
    Please tell me just pm me the name. I promise I will not tell.
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    ^^LOL! Me too me TOO!! I promise I won't tell

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    Quote Originally Posted by hardkandee View Post
    What kind of proof do you have to have for a successful case?

    (For personal reference )
    ooooh look flamebait, how original

    Welcome to my ignore list Kandee. Unlike some others in this thread such as Bridgette for example I never found any value in your posts anyway so I won't be missing anything by blocking you. Go bait someone else.

    To everyone else curious about the who , what and where stuff- I didn't mean to be a tease, sorry - but as explained, I would be violating the terms of the settlement if I gave details. I fought too hard and too long to screw it all up now.

    This topic was started to show how something bad can be turned into something good and to encourage others to donate to charity since this is the season of giving.

    To future people posting replies here ....please don't make this topic into something ugly with flames and bait, thanks !
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    Um, I didn't think HK's post was baiting. You have to know we are ALL very curious about this case. How could we not be?

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    No, not flamebaiting. I'm curious because I'd like to start a case of my own. If you'd rather, you can pm me.

    Or if I'm on the ignore list, oh well. Maybe someone else can tell me how exactly to get someone for libel?

    Edit: Man, now I feel bad. I really didn't mean to seem like I was attacking anyone. I was serious about the personal reference.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bridgette View Post
    Um, I didn't think HK's post was baiting. You have to know we are ALL very curious about this case. How could we not be?
    Maybe not... but I've baited about this case before so I blocked her just to be on the safe side.... as you know I'm trying to be a "good girl"

    Plus since this thread got moved ( why I don't know but I'm not allowed to ask so.... ) I kinda figured Rhia thought it was flamebait too and didn't want it in the lounge.

    As for the case... yeah I figured some of ya'll might be curious and so I posted about the results... also I'm trying to use it as a springboard for encouraging charity donations.

    I'm going to be offline for the next few days because of our Nutcracker performances and ofcourse Xmas but I hope you (and everyone else) has a fab holiday weekend.

    Take care!!!!
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    That was....anticlimactic. glad the outcome was successful for you. Sure wish I knew what the hell is going on around here...

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    Quote Originally Posted by hardkandee View Post
    No, not flamebaiting. I'm curious because I'd like to start a case of my own. If you'd rather, you can pm me.

    Or if I'm on the ignore list, oh well. Maybe someone else can tell me how exactly to get someone for libel?

    Edit: Man, now I feel bad. I really didn't mean to seem like I was attacking anyone. I was serious about the personal reference.
    I just wanted you to see this TL. I think she's sincere. And having met her in person I don't think she's the mean type.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tara Nicole View Post

    Plus since this thread got moved ( why I don't know but I'm not allowed to ask so.... ) I kinda figured Rhia thought it was flamebait too and didn't want it in the lounge.
    Yeah Hon.. It was reported a couple of times, so I kicked it over here rather than delete it. I think it's confusing people because they could see it as you calling the person in question out. But it's all good here.

    I don't think HK meant anything mean by her question, either. She's a great chick.

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    Never mind.
    Last edited by DylanAngel; 12-23-2006 at 10:15 AM.

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    Aw, thanks guys. I'm really not an evil bitch! (The mood is just because of all the horrible holiday traffic!)

    I know TN has to be careful, so it's ok. But she's got enough people who are mean to her, I don't want her to think I'm another one!

    And that is so cool about the Nutcracker. I go every year (I have tickets for tonight, actually!!!). I'm such a little girl at heart. Does anyone know what role she has?

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    Generally, in a libel case that produces some type of award of damages, you see the following:

    A published statement (or statements) that:
    * Is intentionally defamatory.
    * Is false.
    * Caused provable injury.

    There are also "public figure" and "satire" exceptions that may apply.

    I'm no lawyer. That's my understanding. Libel cases can be tough, particularly in trying to prove injury.

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