In Order to Be Actionable, a Defamatory Statement Must Be

question 26

True/False

In order to be actionable, a defamatory statement must be published, which can include making statements about the employee in question in public.

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Definitions:

Tenting

A sign of dehydration where the skin, when pinched, does not quickly return to its normal state, indicating reduced skin elasticity.

Capillary Refill

A test to assess blood circulation, where pressure is applied to a nail bed and the time is measured for color to return, indicating blood flow efficiency.

Nail

A small, slender piece of metal typically used as a fastener, peg, or spike.

Near Vision

The ability to see objects clearly at a close range, typically within a few inches to a few feet from the eyes.