Evaluating the Letter’s Closing Paragraph
One section from Tony Buzbee’s letter reads:
“Should this demand to reasonably mediate not be accepted, Ms. Doe will have no choice but to file suit in a court of law and seek all legal remedies available. We will of course provide you or your attorney details that identify Ms. Doe once we hear from you. I look forward to your prompt response.”
In my opinion, that paragraph has the fundamentals right. It outlines a path to resolution and a next step if the demand is ignored or rejected. There are no illegal threats, and its firm without being hostile.
How I Would Strengthen It
“Should you disregard this reasonable opportunity to mediate and resolve these grave allegations, Ms. Doe will have no alternative but to initiate a formal lawsuit and vigorously pursue every legal remedy at her disposal. Be advised, we are prepared to act swiftly and decisively if you fail to respond by the deadline below. Upon receipt of your willingness to engage in mediation, we will disclose Ms. Doe’s identifying information and work toward a resolution that spares all parties the additional trauma and expense of litigation. We anticipate your prompt and serious attention to this matter.”
This rewrite steps up the authoritative tone: it explicitly warns of swift, decisive action while still offering a path to mediation. Notice there’s no language that could be misconstrued as blackmail—it’s simply stating a standard legal position.
