Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Crimes under 1st amendment umbrella

When and how is a church libel and held accountable for defamation of character, false representation, undue influence, where no whistlblower Protection exist for members?


Asked on 5/04/08, 9:09 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

Re: Crimes under 1st amendment umbrella

Libel and slander can be difficult issues to explain in simple paragraphs. In general, you need a false statement that is published to third parties and that causes harm. Opinions are generally not actionable.

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Answered on 5/04/08, 10:02 am


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