Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Texas
Slander/ Defamation of Character, Can they be sued?
Local Newspaper printed false information including a photo stating someone was wanted for aggravated armed robbery and parole violations, later to find they had printed the wrong persons name and photo. Could they be charged for slander/defamation of character?
Asked on 1/22/04, 1:48 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Roger Evans
Mathis & Donheiser
Re: Slander/ Defamation of Character, Can they be sued?
Yes. Damages would depend on a number of factors, but certainly that publication can constitute libel and defamation.
Answered on 1/22/04, 2:13 pm
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