Lawsuit Question

>Mr. Ocean, I think you may find that you will run into some pretty serious
>roadblocks to your *pending lawsuit* concerning this thread.  I will not get
>into the details, but suffice it to say that I am not affected by idle
>threats.  If you cannot handle the environment of a public forum, in 
>which your
>questions and responses are understood to be open for public scrutiny, then
>maybe you should not be a member of such a forum.
>
>  >
>  >
>  > This is a stern warning: take it seriously. I have printed out all the
>  > offensive emails with your addresses. If this libel is continued, I will
>  > turn it over to my attorney and sue you. I have no desire to do this. Cease
>  > and desist.
>  >
>  > I have enjoyed and appreciated the help I have received from this list. I
>  > simply wanted to give back: I think it's only fair. I would very much like
>  > to continue receiving your assistance, and contributing where I am able.
>  > But I will not tolerate this libel.
>
>Good luck in your *request*.
>
>Keith D Sellars
>WebGraffix
>www.webgraffix.com

Ok, this brings up an interesting question. CAN someone sue another 
because of statements made on an e-mail list? Is the list owner also 
in danger of a suit in that case? This particular case seems shaky to 
me. As someone who runs a couple of lists I am curious.


Kevin John Dail

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