Legal Question in Personal Injury in Indiana
std's
Can I be sued for giving someone and STD (HPV)?
Asked on 8/29/03, 10:35 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Regina Mullen
Legal Data Services, PLC
Re: std's
Yes, if you knew that you had a disease and spread it to someone else, --particularly if it's something they can't then get rid of. Don't subject anyone else to whatever disease you've got.
Answered on 8/29/03, 11:05 pm
William Stern
William Stern, P.C.
Re: std's
Yes. These cases are hotly contested. Nowadays, DNA tests can determine if your STD matches your partner's. These cases can be defended but when there is a verdict, it can be high. The best defense is 1) I didn't give it; 2) I didn't know I had it. Bill Stern 248-353-9400
Answered on 8/30/03, 9:55 am