The Elements That Must Be Established by a Plaintiff in Proving

question 35

Multiple Choice

The elements that must be established by a plaintiff in proving the tort of defamation do not include:

• A)The making of a statement by the defendant about the plaintiff that caused others to think less of the plaintiff.
• B)Identification of the plaintiff in the statement.
• C)Publication of the statement to someone other than the plaintiff.
• D)An intention on the part of the defendant to defame the plaintiff.

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Definitions:

Korsakoff's Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder often caused by severe deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1), usually as a result of alcohol abuse, characterized by memory loss and fabrication of events.

Implicit Memory

Memory that influences thoughts and behaviors without conscious awareness, typically derived from previous experiences.

Memory Consolidation

The biochemical process(es) by which neural synaptic connections are strengthened or weakened.

Long-Term Memory

Long-term memory is the capacity to hold vast amounts of information, from facts to experiences and skills, for long periods, ranging from hours to a lifetime.