Which of the Following Can Be Raised as a Defense

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be raised as a defense to a claim of defamation?

• A) That the Internet service provider was publishing information originating from a third party.
• B) That there was a constitutional privilege to comment about the plaintiff who is a public figure and that the statement was made without malice.
• C) That there was a conditional privilege to publish a defamatory statement in order to protect a legitimate self-interest.
• D) All of these.

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Definitions:

Reaganomics

The economic policies promoted by U.S. President Ronald Reagan during the 1980s, characterized by tax cuts, reduced social spending, increased military spending, and deregulation of domestic markets.

Deregulation

The process of removing or reducing state regulations, typically in the economic sphere, to encourage more efficient and competitive markets.

S & L Institutions

Savings and Loan institutions, which are financial establishments focusing on accepting savings deposits and making mortgage loans.

Antitrust Suits

Legal actions taken against companies or entities to break up monopolies or to prevent anti-competitive practices, aiming to promote fair competition for the benefit of consumers.