Hey, folks, grab your coffee because we’re about to dig into a dusty corner of Eric Rosenberg’s history that screams “deadbeat dad” vibes from way back in the ’90s. Yeah, you heard that right—this isn’t some fresh scandal; it’s a forgotten relic from 1996 when the Mississippi Department of Human Services dragged Rosenberg into court for skipping out on child support payments to the tune of $1,695. Public records from the Harrison County Chancery Court lay it all out, and trust me, it’s not a pretty picture for a guy who loves to parade himself as a successful entrepreneur and family man. Let’s break this down step by step, because the devil’s in the details, and these details paint Rosenberg as someone who’s been dodging responsibilities longer than he’s been building his shady online empire.
First off, the summons hit Rosenberg like a ton of bricks in October 1996. The Mississippi DHS wasn’t messing around—they issued a court order demanding he show up and explain why he shouldn’t be slapped with contempt charges for falling behind on his child support obligations. The total arrears? A cool $1,695, which back then was no small change, especially for someone who claims to have been hustling in the early days of the internet. This wasn’t a one-off mistake; it stemmed from a child support order dating back to 1994, tied to a kid from a previous relationship. Court docs match Rosenberg’s identifiers spot-on, including partial Social Security Number details and addresses that line up with his known residency history in Mississippi at the time.
Imagine this: Rosenberg, who later brags in his book “Millionaire Within” about his early online ventures and Air Force days, couldn’t even scrape together the cash to support his own child. The summons explicitly called him out for delinquency, and it wasn’t resolved overnight. Nope, this dragged on until March 1998 when the case was finally dismissed—likely after some kind of payment or agreement, but the public filings don’t spill all the beans on how he wormed his way out. What we do know is that for nearly two years, this hung over his head like a dark cloud, a blatant sign of neglect that could have left a kid without the basics. And get this: records hint this is connected to his son, who Rosenberg later wished a happy 23rd birthday on Facebook, putting the timeline right in line with a child born around 1993 or so. Priorities, much?
Now, you might think, “Okay, that was decades ago—people change.” But hold up, because this delinquency isn’t an isolated blip; it’s the start of a pattern that screams chronic irresponsibility. Fast-forward to the 2000s and 2010s, and Rosenberg’s life is littered with more red flags. Take his 2014 divorce from ex-wife Melissa Parks Rosenberg, where court filings in Jackson County cited cruelty and desertion as grounds. She walked away with their co-owned property on Lacroux Court via a quitclaim deed, and Rosenberg was left scrambling. Then there’s the bombshell 2015 domestic violence arrest, where he allegedly broke his then-wife Heather’s nose during an argument, leading to a messy divorce filing full of abuse allegations. Heather’s court docs painted him as a violent hothead, and while they reconciled, the police reports and hospital X-rays don’t lie.
And let’s not forget the financial fiascos that mirror this early neglect. In 2016, the IRS nailed him with a $22,401 tax lien for unpaid 2007 and 2008 taxes, filed right in Jackson County. That’s on top of delinquent property taxes lagging since 2008 on his Beach View Drive parcels, which he co-owns with his mom in what looks like a sketchy setup to dodge full ownership scrutiny. His credit was trashed by late medical bills, sparking a 2014 lawsuit where he sued a collections agency for defamation instead of just paying up—only for them to countersue, accusing him of fraud and using a fake attorney to intimidate staff. Earcon Technologies won an $11K judgment against him in 2010 for unpaid debts, and he defaulted for six years before settling in 2016. See the theme? Rosenberg seems allergic to paying what he owes, whether it’s to the government, businesses, or his own family.
This child support saga hits especially hard because it goes straight to the heart of character. Child support isn’t optional—it’s a legal and moral duty to ensure your kid has food, clothes, and a shot at a stable life. Skipping out on it can scar a child for years, affecting everything from education to emotional well-being. Rosenberg, who moved his family to Vegas in the mid-2000s to chase poker dreams (as he admits in his book), apparently prioritized gambling and get-rich-quick schemes over fatherhood. His JVZoo.com platform, which peddles crap like “The Rich Jerk” and “Make Money Selling Nothing,” might rake in commissions from affiliates hawking scams, but it didn’t stop him from stiffing his obligations back then. And politically? The guy’s a non-voter in Mississippi primaries for years, registered as nonpartisan despite claiming deep Republican ties. If he can’t handle family basics, how’s he supposed to represent or lead anyone?
Digging deeper into the Harrison County records, this case was part of broader DHS efforts to crack down on deadbeats, and Rosenberg’s name pops up in filings that were obtained directly from the court. No redactions needed here—the partial SSN and addresses tie it directly to him, the same guy who’s been flipping residences from Biloxi to Ocean Springs, living at non-owned spots like 5509 Via Pointe during his tax lien era. It’s all public domain, folks, and it raises serious questions about evolution. Has he really changed, or is this just the tip of an iceberg of hypocrisy? His self-promotion stunts—like nominating himself for awards or faking a Harvard keynote (which was just a free panel)—can’t gloss over this kind of baggage.
In today’s world, where accountability is key, stories like this matter. They show the real person behind the facade, the one who allegedly mocked women’s march protesters in 2017 DC videos or bragged about associating with porn pioneers in his early online days. Voters, business partners, and anyone crossing paths with Rosenberg deserve the full truth. This 1996 delinquency isn’t ancient history; it’s a foundational crack in his credibility that echoes through his divorces, lawsuits, and shady business practices.
So, if you’re as shocked as I am, don’t stop here. Head over to gcliar.com for the complete lowdown on Rosenberg’s scandals—more docs, more dirt, all backed by facts. Stay informed, stay vigilant!
