Louisa and Her Neighbour Eva Have Been Involved in a Boundary

question 72

Multiple Choice

Louisa and her neighbour Eva have been involved in a boundary dispute for many years. One day Eva called the police to report that Louisa had destroyed her plants. Louisa was arrested and spent a night in jail. Louisa was then convicted of the offence at trial. Two months later, Eva and Louisa got into another argument, during which Eva said "I made up a story that got you convicted. Keep bothering me and I will do it again." Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A)Eva has committed the tort of false imprisonment
• B)Louisa can sue Edit for injurious falsehood
• C)Eva is liable for malicious prosecution
• D)Eva is liable for nuisance
• E)Eva is liable for intrusion upon seclusion

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