Legal Question in Business Law in North Carolina
the star magazine prints false information, what tort are they committing?
Asked on 2/25/11, 9:21 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Kevin B. Murphy
Franchise Foundations, APC
As a Franchise Attorney I can say this. Depending on what was printed and the context, if it was defamatory it would be considered libel. Consult with a good business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.
Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.
Franchise Foundations, a Professional Corporation
Answered on 2/25/11, 1:06 pm