Are posts required to have IMO ?

[happyday]

Freshwater, I am wondering if posts are required to have IMO or JMO, or something similiar?

I see posters that fail to do this, but have IMO in their signature. Just looking for clarification.

Thanks...

[Riviera]

happyday,

As far as putting IMO, JMO in your signature line, I see no rule that says you can't although you should keep in mind that some people may have the signature option turned off and won't see it.

This is whats in the House Rules---->

You Are Responsible For What You Post

You are entirely responsible and liable for all activities conducted through your sessions. It is required that when making a factual statement you provide a source for that information otherwise you must use IMO IMHO etc.. to advise others that the post is your opinion only. Exceptions are made for common knowledge like definitions, etc...
Sharon, a CL member, explains the spirit and intent of IMO very well....

"When a forum is overwhelmingly on one side IMO doesn't really matter. You can all go and say anything, the more outlandish and entertaining the better! But, when you have 2 very distinct opinions and there is serious debate involved, it is a courtesy at the least to use IMO when you are saying something that is just that. We have found that it seems to appease both sides in a heated argument, and perhaps allows more to be said without offending anyone. If anything it gives the poster more liberty to say what is on their mind. IMO "

[Jayelles]

FWIW - from a legal standpoint, a disclaimer in the signature field is frequently used in business correspondence and deemed sufficient. In the literary world too, a disclaimer is often to be found in a book's preface and will cover the entire book.

Also FWIW, a lawyer advised the owner of another forum that I belong to that an IMO in the signature was sufficient and would afford as much protection as could be reasonably expected. However, according to EFF guidelines, stating that something is your opinion does not offer blanket protection from litigation and bloggers should still exercise common sense when writing posts.

[happyday]

Originally Posted by Riviera

happyday,

As far as putting IMO, JMO in your signature line, I see no rule that says you can't although you should keep in mind that some people may have the signature option turned off and won't see it.

This is whats in the House Rules---->

You Are Responsible For What You Post

You are entirely responsible and liable for all activities conducted through your sessions. It is required that when making a factual statement you provide a source for that information otherwise you must use IMO IMHO etc.. to advise others that the post is your opinion only. Exceptions are made for common knowledge like definitions, etc...
Sharon, a CL member, explains the spirit and intent of IMO very well....

"When a forum is overwhelmingly on one side IMO doesn't really matter. You can all go and say anything, the more outlandish and entertaining the better! But, when you have 2 very distinct opinions and there is serious debate involved, it is a courtesy at the least to use IMO when you are saying something that is just that. We have found that it seems to appease both sides in a heated argument, and perhaps allows more to be said without offending anyone. If anything it gives the poster more liberty to say what is on their mind. IMO "

Thank you Riviera.

I appreciate you taking the time and adding a great link to help me understand.

Have a great day.