I Gave A Parent Notice And Now They Are Badmouthing My Daycare

[permanentvacation]

I did talk with my lawyer. The slander law is only if someone makes up lies saying that you committed a criminal act. They can complain about anyone all they want as long as they don't falsely claim that that person committed a criminal act.

[Shell]

I just flagged the ad,too. Really tempted to respond to their ad, but I will stay out of this one. Keep us posted so we can keep flagging!

[Blackcat31]

I did talk with my lawyer. The slander law is only if someone makes up lies saying that you committed a criminal act. They can complain about anyone all they want as long as they don't falsely claim that that person committed a criminal act.

Defamation of character only requires that you can show proof that someone made a false claim about you.

That seems to be a better fit than slander.... maybe go that route instead.

[permanentvacation]

Thank you all!! I have to get off of here now, naptime is over.

Thank you! I really appreciate your comfort, advice, and help.

[harperluu]

This would actually be considered libel, as the false statement is published. Also, I believe it falls under your state's tort laws. Screen shot or print each of these ads in case you need them down the road.

[Willow]

I responded.....had a blast doing so

[TheGoodLife]

flagged!

[Laurel]

Here's the link to flag the ad: http://baltimore.craigslist.org/kid/4146686936.html

Thanks for the link. I flagged it too.

[grateday]

Defamation of character only requires that you can show proof that someone made a false claim about you.

That seems to be a better fit than slander.... maybe go that route instead.

Who is your lawyer? Just in case i need one

[Blackcat31]

Who is your lawyer? Just in case i need one

I don't have one on retainer.

Just two years of law in college in my previous life before daycare.
(I wanted to be a research attorney NOT a daycare provider but funny how life takes you where it wants and not always where you want to go.... )

I do have a fantastic one that I use from time to time when necessary.

If you are interested in his info, just PM me and I will give you his contact info.

[Unregistered]

I responded.....had a blast doing so

Did you email the parent from the ad?

[cheerfuldom]

I flagged all three!

I am glad you have interviews coming up! I would work on getting new pics too once you get some kids going. I don't normally post pics of the kids faces in my ads but perhaps you get a media release from the parents? I was curious about those dogs in the pictures though. Do you not have a lot of concern about the dogs pictured in the daycare area? It seems like every interview I have, the parents ask what pets are at my home and if they are around the kids. Perhaps it is just my area but it seems like it is a big concern for parents around here. I mention it because it may be turning off some parents from your ad. but I like that you provide a lot of info upfront in your ad!

[Josiegirl]

I'm a CL novice. To flag, do you click prohibited? If I click flag, it just tells me how to flag by clicking the flag in the upper right corner of the post, but I can't see it?

[LaLa1923]

Butterfly,

Thank you!

If you need a lawyer please contact me. I have one on retainer and she's very close to your location and is very affordable.

I have to say, I called a lot of providers in your area because that's where my mom lives. I'm looking for a new provider for my nephew. Every provider I called told me they had no infant openings. However, they also said not to call you. Not one provider in your area recommended you. I have a feeling it's because your rates are so low. About half of what everyone else charges.....
You can obviously do what you want since it's your business, but wouldn't it be better to make friends instead of enemies?? I have several providers I work with and we all work together. That's one reason why I'm full right now. KWIM???
On another note- if you do happen to have any infant openings I'd like to know. I would never pay half of what your worth.

[Blackcat31]

If you need a lawyer please contact me. I have one on retainer and she's very close to your location and is very affordable.

I have to say, I called a lot of providers in your area because that's where my mom lives. I'm looking for a new provider for my nephew. Every provider I called told me they had no infant openings. However, they also said not to call you. Not one provider in your area recommended you. I have a feeling it's because your rates are so low. About half of what everyone else charges.....
You can obviously do what you want since it's your business, but wouldn't it be better to make friends instead of enemies?? I have several providers I work with and we all work together. That's one reason why I'm full right now. KWIM???
On another note- if you do happen to have any infant openings I'd like to know. I would never pay half of what your worth.

I am wondering how the OP's name was brought up?

When I receive interested callers, I just answer their questions...nothing more.

I certainly wouldn't recommend another provider and I would never bring up another providers name so I am curious as to why all these gals would go so far as to say not to use the OP's daycare or to not call her.

There seems to be more to the story if all the providers in the area are talking about her.....kwim?