[EricH]

Originally Posted by the man

The corruption was a question not an accusation. And I am not a lawyer nor do I care much what one would think.

It is possible to ask a question in such a way that it is an accusation rather than a question. This can be done in a number of ways, including language that can easily make the blood boil (i.e., "outrageous").

As for not caring much what a lawyer would think, let's assume for a moment that FIRST saw this thread. Let's also assume that they took it as an accusation, more specifically, a false and damaging accusation. Let's also assume that they don't just go after you, but they decide (in spite of your disclaimer) that the team thinks the same way, and name them as well in any lawsuit. What's a slander/libel lawsuit award run these days, $50K easily? Plus legal fees? That's why you'd want to care what a lawyer would think.