QUESTION
If someone killed themselves after breaking things off, could I be legally liable?
Asked on Jan 16th, 2011 on Personal Injury - Florida
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I met someone online, and it stayed strictly online. We chatted online, and that was the end of it. Nothing more. He claimed he was in love with me, and I told him I was not. He told me he was going to kill himself, I tried to talk him down, and now his friends are telling me that he killed himself over me. Is there any case against me?
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Wrongful Death Attorney serving Salem, OR
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Not that I am aware of.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2011 at 11:43 AM
Although you do not mention which state you live in or the state of residence for the deceased, I think a claim is unlikely in the majority of states.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2011 at 7:58 AM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Charlotte, NC
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No. not to worry.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2011 at 5:58 AM
Automobile Negligence Attorney serving Orlando, FL
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No. You owed him no duty at all, and in the absence of a duty, there is no negligence, hence no claim. In addition, you shouldn't blame yourself, which people who survive a family member's, friend's, relative's suicide frequently do, but the bottom line is the guy would have done it regardless of anything you did or didn't do. If it still bothers you, you might want to consider visiting a mental health counselor for a couple of visits. Don't worry about legal liability, just don't blame yourself.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2011 at 5:28 AM
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Extremely doubtful. I cannot think of a cause of action that could be brought against you. I am sorry to hear that someone is trying to lay a guilt trip on you for this.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2011 at 8:58 PM
Workers Compensation Attorney serving West Palm Beach, FL
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No, you are not legally liable.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2011 at 8:13 PM