infliction
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In March 2026, the classmate filed a civil lawsuit naming Griffin, ghostwriter Sam Lansky and the book’s publisher, alleging invasion of privacy, negligence and infliction of emotional distress.
From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026
The family is suing the company for breach of contract, negligence, infliction of emotional distress and violation of the California Health and Safety Code.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 16, 2026
Rodriguez also sued Perry for intentional infliction of emotional distress and sued “Boo! A Madea Halloween” distributor Lionsgate for negligent retention.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 29, 2025
The jury took only about an hour to clear the Grammy-winning rapper of the allegations of assault, battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress as well as negligence and false imprisonment.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2025
Was that infliction in store—a bitter winter—to be added to the already fearful distress existing in this dense metropolis?
From A Life's Secret A Novel by Mrs. Henry Wood
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