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    Default Falsely Accusing Somebody of Having an Affair

    My question involves defamation/libel in the state of: Maryland
    After finding out my husband was cheating on me, and his girlfriend being fully aware, I went on one of those cheater websites and posted about them. Admittedly, it was stupid. I was just so lost and powerless. Of course it completely backfired when she responded.
    In my posting I was incredibly careful to say nothing I didn't have 100% proof of, no lies. There was one sentence of insinuation which I made quite clear was my opinion, not an accusation.
    When she publicly responded to it every single statement was false. I have no problem with things being said or written about me if they are true, but none of these were. She is a civilian nurse at a big military hospital, which she says in her response, then goes on to list several mental diagnoses I don't have, abortions and other medical procedures I've never done. I'm fully willing to release my medical records for proof. This wasn't a retort to my post, this came off as a medical professional giving verified personal information, to be taken seriously.
    While I admit to starting this I'd still like to know if I have any legal or other recourse? Honestly I'd like to report her post to the hospital and state nursing board. A nurse from that particular hospital has to be held to some type of morals or similar clause don't they? Or medical professionals in general publicly making false diagnoses?

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    Default Re: Falsely Accusing Somebody of Having an Affair

    If you choose, you can hire a lawyer to try to sue her for defamation. You can expect to spend $thousands, and nobody here can promise you that you'll recover any money or that, even if you get a favorable verdict, the person has any money with which to pay a verdict. You can also find yourself facing a counterclaim for the statements that you contend are accurate, and you may find that your proof is not as solid as you believe.

    Meanwhile, the more fuss you make, the more attention you draw to her allegations.

    So, decide whether you want to try to make this an epic battle, or whether it might be better to regard this as the consequence of an unfortunate mistake while moving on with your life.

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