What is Defamation, Slander, & Libel - Quick Lessons - Episode # 3

A persons reputation is very important. Defamation can have a devastating impact on a persons reputation and impact many aspect of a persons life. Thankfully a person harmed by libel or slander has recourse.

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Definitions:

Negligent-
Carless is fulfilling responsibility.
Malice-
intentional commission of a wrongful act, without justification, intent to cause harm to others
Privilege-
power of exemption against or beyond the law.
Immunity-
Exemption from from a penalty or burden that the law generally requires.
Intentional-
Concise object.
Loathsome Disease-
Objectionable disease.
General Damages-
monetary recovery for injuries suffered
Special Damages-
Pecuniary compensation for an injury
Publication-
Making something known to the community at large.
Consent-
willingness that an act or an infringement of an interest shall occur.

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