Atlanta, GA asked in Child Support, Civil Litigation and Family Law for Georgia

Q: Can I sue the Division of Human Services Child support for slander, not giving customer service?

Lying, not giving information in a timely manner, not returning money, not registering a case in a timely manner false imprisonment.

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Regina Irene Edwards
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  • Atlanta, GA
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A: No, you cannot sue them.

Ellaretha Coleman
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Ellaretha Coleman
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  • Atlanta, GA
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A: Slander and failing to provide customer service are not viable actions that you can bring against the Department of Human Services.

P. Justin Thrailkill
P. Justin Thrailkill
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  • Fayetteville, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: In short, no. It is your obligation to make sure that you are current on support. Even if they make a mistake, or have lousy customer service, it is your responsibility to see to it that your obligation is met.

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