Estee Portnoy, the publicist for NBA basketball legend, Michael Jordan, has rubbished claims that he issued a settlement to sex instructor, Pamela Smith, in the paternity case she brought against him on behalf of her 16-year-old son and aspiring rapper "Taj Jordan." This week, Smith abruptly dropped her lawsuit, withdrawing her claims, giving no real explanation as to why.   

Smith's attorney, Randall Kessler, referred to her as Michael Jordan's "ex-girlfriend" which was reaching. Jordan was married to Juanita Vanoy at the time of  the alleged affair and has not owned up to Smith's allegations. In fact, he threatened to sue her for libel and defamation.

Pamela Smith 

Kessler stated regarding the voluntary withdrawal of the case, "Ex-Girlfriend of Michael Jordan, Ms. Pamela Smith authorized a dismissal of the current suit against Mr. Jordan. She began this case without an attorney, did her best to file what she believed to be a legally appropriate case. She then hired our firm. Our firm reviewed the legal posture of the case, the history of the case, the filed pleadings and the relevant law. Ms. Smith has relied on our advice, has carefully considered the pro’s and cons of continuing the case and has determined that dismissal at this time, without prejudice, is what is in her son’s best interests."

This is what the Judiciary Report was afraid of. A 16-year-old boy is now facing public scrutiny thanks to his mom's poor judgment in this matter. Furthermore, this incident has brought him no closer to having the rap career he desires, potentially damaging his chances to become a hip-hop star. Women, be responsible with your reproductive organs. There should be no question regarding the identity of the father of your child (unless it was a case of rape, which is very sad and tragic).