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
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Maurice Leiter allowed Svetnoy's claims of negligence and intentional infliction of emotional distress, but threw out a claim of assault, according to documents released on Friday.
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026
In addition to negligence, his lawsuit also accuses the producers of intentional infliction of emotional distress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2026
Proving the intentional infliction of harm would mean the claimants could be awarded additional damages.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2025
Since the independence of ideals is not yet acknowledged, Power may be freely worshiped, and receive an unlimited respect, despite its wanton infliction of pain.
From Modern Essays by Harry Morgan Ayres
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