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Louis Barnes
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Two absolute defenses to the tort of defamation are:

A) truth and self-defense.
B) truth and privilege.
C) privilege and self-defense.
D) truth and defense of property.

Defamation

A false statement made by one individual about another, which causes harm to the person’s reputation.

Truth

Conformity to fact or reality; accurate representation of a matter.

Privilege

A special right, advantage, or immunity granted to a particular person or group, often protected under law.

  • Identify the defenses available for tort actions and their applicability.
  • Appreciate the essential nature of publication and inflicted harm in defamation-related cases.
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Roshni DhillonDec 01, 2024
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