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The defendant in the defamation suit is the person being accused of making false and harmful statements about someone else.

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When a patient initiates a legal suit is the patient the accuser or defendant?

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A party can be liable for defamation for truthful statements if the statement hurts the plaintiff's reputation?

No. Defamation, slander and libel involve use of a false statement. Truth is an absolute defense in a defamation suit.


Can a teacher file a defamation suit against a parent for wrongful allegations?

Yes, a teacher may file a defamation suit against a parent for wrongful allegations. The teacher will need proof showing what the parent did and proof showing she was not reprimanded for it.


What is the meaning of Fabre Defendants?

A defendant that is not part of the suit but still can be blamed. The named defendant can use a fabre defendant to reduce its liability.


What is the difference btwn plaintiff and defendant?

The plaintiff is the person who brings or files suit and the defendant is the person who is sued by the plaintiff.


If the defendant in a civil suit does not respond to the charges what happens?

The plaintiff will win a by default and a judgment will be entered against the defendant. There are not laws that require a person to file an answer or to be present at the civil suit hearing.


Can someone sue you for defamation because of anonymous call?

In the US, anyone can sue anyone for anything. The question is not whether you can sue, but whether you can win.To win a case for defamation, the Plaintiff would have to meet all requirements under the state's definition of defamation (usually that defendant tarnished plaintiff's character, that such tarnish caused financial harm to plaintiff, etc.) If the call meets those requirements, the plaintiff may be able to win.Another View: Is this a trick question? If the call was anonymous - just WHO do you intend to bring suit against?


Can i file a law suit when there's a defamatory act committed online?

As long as what is stated is TRUE there is no defamation.


Can you go to jail for defamation of character?

Defamation can lead to civil lawsuits where the defendant could be required to pay damages. However, criminal charges for defamation are uncommon and usually limited to extreme cases involving things like false accusations of a serious crime. So, while you can't typically go to jail for defamation in most situations, you could face financial penalties.


How do you release a defendant in a civil suit?

"Release" them from what? POSSIBLE Answers: Civil defendants are not incarcerated so there is no 'release' from jail involved. The plaintiff may withdraw the lawsuit thereby 'releasing' the defendant from having to defend himself. The judge can 'release' (or dismiss) a defendant from a suit if they find insufficient cause that he was included in it.


If a person slander your character can you sue?

Your only legal action would be to take them to court in a civil suit for slander and defamation.


When you win a civil suit from a car accident does the defendant's insurance co pay their part first and then the defendant pays the rest if they can or what happens?

If the liability limits have been exausted, then the defendant has to pay the remainder of the judgement.