defamation of character
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Barret also took to Instagram around that time and compared himself to Johnny Depp, claiming he would sue his victims for defamation of character, according to court records.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 16, 2024
"We believe these comments potentially amount to defamation of character," Ball said, adding, "and are exploring options to ensure the Congressman's name emerges from these slanderous remarks unscathed."
From Salon ● Apr. 20, 2022
Kefas was charged with defamation of character, injurious falsehood, inciting disturbance, and cyberstalking.
From Slate ● Dec. 28, 2021
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
From Dean's Yard he took a cab, and drove direct to his solicitor, and requested him instantly to take proceedings against the head-master for defamation of character.
From Captain Bayley's Heir: A Tale of the Gold Fields of California by H. M. (Henry Marriott) Paget
