In addition to his recent and current law suits, one against C.W. Wade and the other against Lenny Pozner and there could be more, Wolfgang Halbig brought a suit against the City of Apopka, Wolfgang Halbig vs. City of Apopka, Case No. 201 l -CA-01228, in the Circuit Court of the Ninth Judicial Circuit in and for Orange County, Florida. Plaintiff ultimately settled his lawsuit with the City of Apopka for $25,000.” [1] This lawsuit was for a trip and fall that he suffered on or about January 26, 2010 in the Errol Estates community in which he then lived.

Halbig then brought a personal injury case against Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc. filed in the Circuit Court in Orange County, Florida, case number 2013 CA 13411 for the very same trip and fall incident which he said occurred on or about January 26, 2010. Errol, the defendant, was not responsible for the maintenance or the property on which Halbig allegedly fell. The public sidewalks are owned and maintained by the City of Apopka, Florida. It is rather questionable that Halbig’s lawyer even took the case as the lawyer should have known that the city owned and maintained the sidewalks which, in some areas have some very large oak trees whose roots often extend under the sidewalks. Halbig had lived and claimed that he regularly jogged two miles a day in that area. [2]

The 220-page deposition, which was electronically filed on December 2, 2014, suggests that Halbig failed to provide any evidence that Errol had any “ownership interest, right to control, or duty to maintain the subject sidewalk.” Additionally, Halbig “has not come forth with any evidence suggesting that any allegedly dangerous condition caused him to fall.”

A deposition is a formal legal proceeding just like testifying in court, and a person is under the same legal obligation to tell the truth. Mr. Halbig was deposed on May 18, 2012, in the second law suit for the same incident and testified as follows:

“I’m going up the hill. I’m tired but that’s where you want to really push it’ cause that’s where you get your extra zip, in there. They wave at me. I wave back. Just as I pass them, there’s a stop sign that’s about to come up. Okay. So I’m looking at the stop sign up in front of me. All of a sudden comes a car behind me and they’re beeping the dagum [sic] horn. Scares the living heck out of me’ cause I don’t know what they’re doing; I got kids yelling. And all of a sudden when I turn, I’m  turning  left,  I’m gone. The next thing I remember is I’m on the ground and somebody is shaking me saying “Are you okay? Are you okay?” [3]

Despite the fact that Halbig already received $25,000 from the City of Apopka, he apparently decided to try his luck with another lawsuit and targeted Errol. The court decided in favor of Errol. Halbig lost the case and the judge awarded Errol $3,954.30 in attorney fees on September 29, 2016. [4] As we read further down in the court document, we find some other interesting and significant information regarding his alleged occupation and that may shed some light on Halbig’s often bizarre behavior.

Halbig saw the doctors at the Jewett Orthopedic Clinic. He claims that he could not play tennis, golf, do yard work, or engage in other strenuous activities. At the time of his accident in 2010, he claims that he was jogging two miles a day. In the deposition, he stated that he was six feet tall and weighed 276 pounds on January 26, 2010. His height and weight were the same when he gave his deposition. He was born August 10, 1946. I personally find it difficult to believe that he participated in such strenuous activities like tennis or jogged two miles.

First, I would like to establish a timeline based on the occupational and educational information that Halbig provided in the deposition:

1958: Arrived in the United States, attended Avon Park Elementary

1965: graduated from Avon Park High School; could barely speak English; 1.0 GPA; he played football and baseball;

1965-1966: Junior College for Florida State players who couldn’t speak English, Coffeyville, Kansas; did not enroll at Florida State;

1968: naturalized in Abilene, Texas

1966-1970: Air Force, Lackland Air Force Base, Dyess Air Force Base, Abilene, Texas, Fairchild Air Force Base, Seattle, Washington; DD214: Combative Measures Instructor; no pilot’s license; NEVER a member of the Strategic Air Command; NEVER a Disastrous Preparedness Instructor and NEVER a Physical Fitness Specialist as he has since claimed;

1970-1973: Abilene Christian University, full scholarship, Bachelor of Science in Education; known as a womanizer;

1973: Lake Brantley High School, Seminole County; per the deposition: “Well, in those days, in 1973, the fad was girls didn’t wear bras and they had very short skirts, and it seemed like nobody wanted to enforce the dress code. And for young coaches in those days, it – you could get yourself in trouble if you were not careful. To me, I didn’t want to lose my certification; so I became a state trooper.”

1974-1976: attended the academy in Tallahassee for three and a half months and graduated with a certificate from CJST; Troop E in Miami; probationary period is one year; a Florida State Trooper, does not conduct “homicide investigations,” as he claimed in Miami or in any other county of Florida; their function is as accident investigators and ticket writers; he voluntarily resigned because he claimed, “I was shot at too many times, and there’s too many fights and broken noses, and I thought I could do a better job going back into prevention.” Yet, with all the shootings and fights, Halbig was never injured.

1976-1979: teacher, wrestling and football coach at Lake Weir High School; fired 1/27/1979) for lying and looking for another job;

1979: Married Kathleen Audrey Smith; later divorced, remarried (1995) in Las Vegas

1979-1981: Vanguard High School, driver’s education

1981-1983: Lake Brantley (his memory very faulty), Lake Weir Middle School;

1983: 1986: Highlands County School Board, teacher and coach; worker’s comp, suffered lower back injury by falling five or six rows in the bleachers in the stadium at Sebring High School; [5]

1986: Master’s Degree, Nova University, satellite campus in Gainesville, Florida

1986-1990: Lake Brantley High School, Seminole County School Board; taught American government, American history, football coach;

1990-1993: Lyman High School

1993-1994: Lake Mary High School, assistant principal;

1994-1995: opened an alternative school, Project Excel;

1996-2012: expert witness, handled 13 cases during that time; under his business, WK and Associates (2002-2004)

1995-1999: director of school safety for the Seminole County School Board;

2001: established the National Institute for School and Workplace Safe (9/17/2001), defunct in 2003. The attorney asked Halbig why he started and dismantled businesses instead of just keeping one viable. He said he never thought of it.

2002: received a half-a-million dollar contract, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, school superintendent, Dr. Eric Smith, former principal in Winter Park;

1999-2004: retired

2004-2005: assistant principal, Sanford Middle School; hurt in a ruckus with a student; hired an attorney, filed a worker’s comp claim and received $10,000;

2005: admitted to having an affair with someone in Sebring, his wife found out, asked his doctor for some Cialis; [6]

June 2005-June 2009: Director of Risk Management, Lake County School Board, filed a worker’s comp because he stubbed his toe on a concrete parking block; was not reappointed by the new superintendent, Dr. Susan Moxley. He then filed a complaint, due to alleged harassment and hostile work environment, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. He dropped the claim as his wife asked him to in as much as the claim was against her employer – caused marital discord for about a week;

2009: began writing a movie script and also functioned as an expert witness;

January 2011 – June 2011: teacher at Sanford Middle School;

May 2012: income: retirement benefits of $52,000 a year, Social Security about $20,000; receives about $43,000 from other sources; claims to have a license as a claims adjustor;

Please note that Halbig, in this deposition, while he was under oath, did not claim to be a nationally-known school safety expert. He did not claim to work as a customs agent. He did not claim that DOJ called him to evaluate Columbine among some of his other claims. Things About Wolfgang Halbig That Make You Go Hmmm

Halbig had previously filed a claim after he broke up a fight at the Sanford Middle School in 2004-2005. He filed a worker’s comp claim and received $10,000. He also had a workers’ compensation claim when he worked at the Highlands County School Board. In those two claims, he complained about low back pain.

Halbig also had a car accident in 2004-2005 in which he claims to have suffered a neck injury which caused numbness radiating from his neck. He also claimed that he fell on the bleachers. Halbig received $12,000 from the car accident in his Ford Explorer in Longwood, Florida in 2004 or 2005 when he was driving and his wife was a passenger. His wife was not hurt. The car was drivable and his wife drove them home. Medical personnel were called to the scene and thereafter he was treated for a neck injury by his family doctor, Dr. Alan Mostov in Ocala. Halbig did not suffer permanent damage. The doctor treated him with epidural steroid injections, muscle relaxers and pain killers. Thereafter, he complained that he was unable to turn his head either to the right or to the left without pain. [7]

Halbig claimed that he suffered a right knee injury when he fell in January 2010. He stated that he could not “fully retract it and there is constant severe swelling in my right knee.” He also claimed that he had medical problems with his right hand, especially when it was hyperextended. He claims that in order to get his upper body back into shape, that he used the gym at Heathrow where they had a health club, massage and a swimming pool. Twice a week, he exercised by doing some weight lifting and curls for his biceps, triceps and would use the bench press. He used the weightlifting machine.

Halbig complained that one of the effects of his slip and fall was memory loss. Additionally, he attributed his high blood pressure, severe back pain, right knee pain, still badly swollen, neck pain on both the right and left side, and hand pain to the fall. He also said that the fall had exacerbated his arthritis. He also complained of headaches. He said that before the fall, his doctor told him he was in good health except for the blood pressure and a pre-diabetic condition.

The attorney asked Halbig if he was taking any type of medication on the day of the deposition that would affect his memory. Halbig replied, “Not that I can say, cause I used to have a great memory before the fall.” The attorney responded, “So you’re blaming a lack of a great memory now on the fall?” Halbig answered, “Absolutely.” Then the attorney asked, “Okay, so my question simply is this: Are you taking any type of medication that would affect your memory here today?” Halbig said, “No.” [8]

In July 2009, Halbig was prescribed the antidepressant Effexor,  an antidepressant of the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) class to address the anger that he felt towards Dr. Susan Moxley, the Lake County School Board superintendent, because she did not reappoint him. That is when he filed the EEOC complaint. He did not feel that it was sufficient so his doctor prescribed Cymbalta and Wellbutrin. [9] A Dr. Rosen, according to Halbig had suggested that he see a psychiatrist because of his frustration and anger over his knee injury at Sanford Middle School.

Halbig said that he did not like going to a psychiatrist as he felt, as an athlete, that he was strong enough to handle his own mental problems. He felt that Effexor, an antidepressant was insufficient and that is why he went to Dr. Micah Baxley who then prescribed Cymbalta, “a more powerful antidepressant to help with anger and frustration. Halbig claimed that the superintendent for Lake County, Dr. Susan Moxley was harassing him and that is why he initially took the antidepressant.

Halbig was a very difficult individual to question as he seemed to have a hard time staying on topic or understanding exactly which incident the attorney was talking about so the attorney had to be very specific. Halbig stated that he had seen a psychiatrist referred by his primary care doctor. The name of the psychiatrist was Dr. Micah Baxley who practiced in Ocala. Halbig stated that he initially saw him seven months before the deposition (5/18/2012) which would have been about October 2011. His last visit was just three months before the second deposition against Errol.

Halbig, regarding his back, states that he is never pain-free and that is why he has to take Tramadol and other pain medications. That was in addition to the Cymbalta and the Wellbutrin. [10] He said that he also takes Aleve every day for his pain. Halbig also said that the headaches and other physical issues have destroyed his sex life with his wife. [11] Tramadol is an opioid pain medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain.

The attorney asked Halbig why Dr. Baxley prescribed Wellbutrin and Halbig said, “I have no idea.” The attorney expressed surprise that Halbig did not inquire about the medication, Wellbutrin. The attorney asked Halbig what kinds of medications he was currently taking and Halbig stated, “I take the same medication every day.” Evidently, this was Cymbalta and Wellbutrin. The attorney asked Halbig if the medication affected his memory and Halbig answered that he used to have a great memory before the fall.” The attorney then said, “So you’re blaming a lack of a great memory now on the fall?” Halbig answered, “Absolutely!”

Dr. Micah Baxley is a board certified in Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychiatry. He has special expertise in eight areas:

• Alzheimer’s Disease
• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
• Depression
• Depressive Disorder
• Insomnia
• Schizophrenia
• Sleep Disorders

Withdrawing from Eli Lilly’s Cymbalta, because of its severity, can cause its own diagnosis – Cymbalta Discontinuation Syndrome. An FDA advisory committee report about Cymbalta Discontinuation Syndrome states, “Much anecdotal evidence has accumulated documenting the injury, distress and life management impacts caused by discontinuation of Cymbalta. The effects of discontinuation can be severe and extend for weeks or even months.”

The report states: The effects of discontinuation can be severe and extend for weeks or even months and may include:

• Extreme mood swings (anger, irritability)
• Debilitating “Brain Zaps”
• Physical and neurological problems –
• Physical and psychological disturbances adversely affect job function and family/social relationships
• Employment risk
• Negative impacts on care of family members

 

The Institute for Safe Medication Practices published a new study, founded on data from the FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System (AERS), which records drug side effects that are reported to the FDA, usually by patients, physicians, or drug companies. This study identified thirty-one drugs that are linked with reports of violence against others. Fluoxetine (Prozac) is a well-known SSRI antidepressant and is 10.9 times more likely to be linked with violence when compared to other medications. [12] The study specifically evaluated the adverse drug effects associated with acts of violence or aggression associated with therapeutic drugs from 2004 through the third quarter of 2009. [13]
The Top 27 List
Chantix (Varenicline) 18.0
Prozac (fluoxetine) 10.9
Paxil (paroxetine) 10.3
Amphetamines 9.6
Strattera (atomoxetine) 9.0
Halcion (triazolam) 8.7
Luvox (fluvoxamine) 8.4
Effexor (venlafaxine) 8.3
Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) 7.9
Zoloft (sertraline) 6.7
Ambien (zolpidem) 6.7
Lexapro (escitalopram) 5.0
Celexa (citalopam) 4.3
Abilify (aripiprazole) 4.2
OxyContin (oxycodone) 4.1
Wellbutrin/Zyban (bupropion) 3.9
Geodon (ziprasidone) 3.8
Ritalin/Concerta (methylphenidate) 3.6
Remeron (mirtazapine) 3.4
Neurontin (gabapentin) 3.3
Keppra (levetiracetam) 3.3
Valium (diazepam) 3.1
Xanaz (alprazolam) 3.0
Cymbalta (duloxetine) 2.8
Klonopin (clonazepam) 2.8
Risperdal (risperidone) 2.2
Seroquel (quetiapine) 2.0 [14]

This is interesting information, perhaps speculative, perhaps very illuminating and might just account for Halbig’s often bizarre behavior! Dr. James Fetzer, in his “book,” said, “Wolfgang Halbig, a former Florida State Trooper, school principal and nationally recognized school safety expert, may be the leading researcher into the Sandy Hook affair.” Shill Murray describes Halbig as an Internet Panhandler. I agree!

[1] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, pp. 1-2, last viewed 8/11/2016

[2] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, pp. 1-2, last viewed 8/11/2016

[3] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, pp. 170, 11, 13-23, last viewed 8/11/2016

[4] Sandy Hook – Legal Updates 10/16/16, http://sandyhookanalysis.blogspot.com/2016/10/sandy-hook-legal-updates-101616.html, last viewed 12/5/2017

[5] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, p. 42, last viewed 8/11/2016

[6] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, p. 130, last viewed 8/11/2016

[7] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, pp. 1-2, last viewed 8/11/2016

[8] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, p. 93, last viewed 8/11/2016

[9] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, pp. 94-95, last viewed 8/11/2016

[10] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, p. 102, last viewed 8/11/2016

[11] Wolfgang Halbig vs. Errol Estate Property Owners Association, Inc., Deposition Transcript of Wolfgang Halbig, taken May 18, 2012, http://www.wolfganghalbig.com/hoaxer/Wolfgang_Halbig_Hoax_of_a_lifetime.pdf, pp. 127-129, last viewed 8/11/2016

[12] Top Ten Legal Drugs Linked to Violence | TIME.com http://healthland.time.com/2011/01/07/top-ten-legal-drugs-linked-to-violence/#ixzz2q7wlMgSG, viewed 1/11/2014;

[13] Gary G. Kohls, MD, Many Psychoactive Drugs are Strongly Associated with Violence (including aggression, suicidal violence and homicidal violence), April 5, 2012; http://duluthreader.com/articles/2012/04/05/299_many_psychoactive_drugs_are_strongly_associated, viewed 1/11/2014

[14] Gary G. Kohls, MD, Many Psychoactive Drugs are Strongly Associated with Violence (including aggression, suicidal violence and homicidal violence), April 5, 2012; http://duluthreader.com/articles/2012/04/05/299_many_psychoactive_drugs_are_strongly_associated, viewed 1/11/2014