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In Illinois, defamation includes libel (written) and slander (spoken). Truth is a defense, but public figures must prove actual malice. Defamation per se involves inherently damaging statements, such as accusations of a crime or professional misconduct. Elected officials can file defamation lawsuits but must meet higher standards.Full Conversation
Yes, what it is an elected official claiming I did this by distributing literature with information I know to be true
In Illinois, truth is a defense against defamation claims. If the information you distributed is true, it generally cannot be considered defamatory. However, context and intent can play a role. Have you gathered any evidence to support the truth of your statements?
Yes. Can an elected official in illinois even file such a suite. Elected officials are held to a higher standard
Yes, an elected official in Illinois can file a defamation lawsuit. While they are public figures and held to a higher standard, they must prove actual malice, meaning the statement was made knowing it was false or with reckless disregard for the truth.
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What are the types of defamation like per wuad
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In Illinois, defamation can be categorized into two main types:
*. Libel: Written or published defamatory statements.
*. Slander: Spoken defamatory statements.
Both require proving that the statement was false, caused harm, and was made without adequate research into the truth.
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Definition per quad
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In Illinois, "defamation per quod" refers to statements that require additional context to be understood as defamatory. Unlike "defamation per se," which is inherently harmful, "per quod" requires proof of special damages.
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What is the other type
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The other type of defamation is "defamation per se." This involves statements that are inherently defamatory and presumed to cause harm, such as accusations of a crime, having a contagious disease, professional misconduct, or moral turpitude.
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Defamation Per Se in Illinois:
- Statements inherently damaging.
- No need to prove actual damages.
- Common examples: accusing someone of a crime, having a contagious disease, professional misconduct, or moral turpitude.
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Can an elected official file that?
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Yes, an elected official can file a defamation per se lawsuit in Illinois. They must prove the statement is inherently damaging and falls under the categories of defamation per se. If you need more guidance on this or any other legal issue, feel free to ask!
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