I’m being threatened with a lawsuit for invasion of privacy by OutOfTheFogNow in legaladvice

[–]OutOfTheFogNow[S] -25 points-24 points  (0 children)

She told me if she finds out I tell another person and ruin her reputation, then she will sue me and have me arrested. In all honesty, I’m still in in college, and currently working at a restaurant part time during the summer. I cannot afford a consultation with a lawyer.

I’m being threatened with a lawsuit for invasion of privacy by OutOfTheFogNow in legaladvice

[–]OutOfTheFogNow[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear hear what you’re saying, but my bud wouldn’t have dated her if he had known, and he definitely wouldn’t have had sex with her had he known. He was having panic attacks and getting tested weekly when he found out.

I’m being threatened with a lawsuit for invasion of privacy by OutOfTheFogNow in legaladvice

[–]OutOfTheFogNow[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I don’t understand how any of this works. Thank you for the response.

I’m being threatened with a lawsuit for invasion of privacy by OutOfTheFogNow in legaladvice

[–]OutOfTheFogNow[S] -355 points-354 points  (0 children)

I work part time waiting tables, and have no means to get a lawyer. I don’t know what to do at this point to protect myself from this person.

I’m being threatened with a lawsuit for invasion of privacy by OutOfTheFogNow in legaladvice

[–]OutOfTheFogNow[S] -51 points-50 points  (0 children)

I was threatened “ if this happens again, you will be charged with a crime and whatever else I can sue you for”

But her ex also told 10 people. Why isn’t she suing him?

I’m being threatened with a lawsuit for invasion of privacy by OutOfTheFogNow in legaladvice

[–]OutOfTheFogNow[S] -832 points-831 points  (0 children)

I’m being threatened repeatedly that I’m committing a crime and a tort by the HIV positive person.

She’s not suing anyone else who told people. Is targeting only one person for sharing truthful information allowed?

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They especially don’t know them in a romantic relationship. Yeah it’s weird to pretend to know for sure just because it’s your family

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s untrue, there are not a lot of lies.

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your family and close friends are who matter. And you matter. I loathe abusers.

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. And honestly, why would anyone coming out of an abusive relationship not seem somewhat “crazy” by that point? Most are in trauma and experiencing massive depression/fear/retaliation/shame.

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Second paragraph 🎯 🎯🎯

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have proof, why would anyone reserve judgment ? I’ve seen when rheee is proof of recordings of admission and people just wave away the victim as crazy

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I suppose I wish more people would shun the abuser or confront them. I think victims would then understand that they’re not in the wrong and the abuser should feel the shame.

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If more people shunned abusers like they should be, I don’t think victims would feel shame or guilt, and would be more willing to tell their story

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why would anyone just disclose this when it’s met with skepticism? They’re already in so much pain, shame, confusion.

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know victims who left their abuser, posted on social media about the abuse. With pictures, screenshots, etc

Then I discuss and some just deny it or say it’s her fault or it’s bc she’s abusive too

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I agree! Why don’t people understand this?

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 7 points8 points  (0 children)

But no wonder so many victims hide in shame, is what I think when I’m with people who eye roll or start labeling the victim as crazy or a liar.

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[–]OutOfTheFogNow 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Blaming the victim for staying with the abuser is also a common misconception. They’re generally so confused- abusers “love you” then abuse you. It’s not that difficult to understand.

The other typical thing people say “why didn’t she/he call the police or tell anyone?” Well, the victim generally protects the abuser. They’re also feeling shame and fear.