defamation of character
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We have laws about defamation of character, as Trump has discovered at great expense in the two lawsuits brought by Carroll, as well as about witness tampering.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2024
Furthermore, the courts have recognized that government officials and other public figures might try to silence press criticism and avoid unfavorable news coverage by threatening a lawsuit for defamation of character.
From Textbooks • Jul. 28, 2021
In order to prove a defamation of character claim, you are required to prove three things:
From Encyclopedia.com • Jun. 12, 2018
Although the outlet removed the comment, the police charged Frese with criminal defamation of character, a Class B misdemeanor.
From Slate • Jun. 1, 2018
One word against me, or against Mab, and I'll have you up for defamation of character, as sure as my name's Selina Whichello.'
From The Bishop's Secret by Hume, Fergus