libel case
Suing for slander
A libel case is a lawsuit alleging defamation through written or published statements.
The plaintiff claims that false statements damaged their reputation.
Libel cases often involve newspapers, websites, or public figures: The actor filed a libel case against the tabloid.
Such cases typically require proving the statements were false, damaging, and made with some degree of fault.
- defamationFalse statements harming reputation
- slanderSpoken false defamation
- character assassinationDestroying someone's good name
- lawsuitCivil court proceeding
- court of lawJudicial body for disputes
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Government's legal action against accused
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Official clearing of blame
public apology · retraction · commendation · testimonial · character reference
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