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libel of information

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A quick definition of libel of information:

Libel is when someone says or writes something bad about another person that is not true. It can be in writing, pictures, or even on the internet. It is against the law because it can hurt someone's reputation. Sometimes, people can get in trouble for saying bad things about a whole group of people, like because of their race or religion. It used to be a crime, but now it is mostly a civil matter where the person who was hurt can sue the person who said or wrote the bad things.

A more thorough explanation:

Libel of information is a term used in maritime law that refers to a type of legal document called a libel. A libel is a written statement that is defamatory, meaning it harms someone's reputation. Libel can take many forms, including writing, pictures, signs, or electronic broadcasts.

There are different types of libel, including:

  • False-implication libel: This type of libel creates a false impression, even if each statement in the article is true.
  • Group libel: This type of libel defames a group of people based on their race, sex, national origin, or religion.
  • Libel per se: This type of libel is defamatory on its face, meaning it doesn't require proof of special damages.
  • Obscene libel: This type of libel involves publishing material that is so obscene it shocks the public sense of decency.
  • Seditious libel: This type of libel is made with the intent of inciting sedition.
  • Trade libel: This type of libel is written or recorded and involves trade defamation.

For example, if someone writes an article accusing a company of selling unsafe products, and the article is not true, it could be considered trade libel. This type of libel can harm the company's reputation and cause them to lose business.

It's important to note that libel is no longer prosecuted as a crime because of constitutional protections of free speech. However, a person who has been defamed can still sue for damages in a civil court.

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13:34
i don't think it has a detrimental effect on your chances of admission
13:34
but also you don't need to tell them anything so lol
Can y'all help me understand something lol. What does it mean for an app to "go complete"? Is that when the school has reviewed it and made a decision?
13:35
Na, it's when they have all the required information
Gotcha. So what would be the difference between received and completed?
Does complete entail like the app + LORs?
13:35
correct
That makes sense. Thank you!
13:36
complete basically means they've acknowledged receipt and it's ready to go under review whenever they start the deliberative process
Quillinit
13:40
I still haven't had Chicago or Cornell go complete, but I think that's just how they be
13:41
when did you submit
CaringEquableGuppy
13:42
How do you know when an application is complete? Is it on LSAC or the school's portal?
13:43
it'll be on the school-specific portal
Quillinit
13:44
when they opened
Quillinit
13:45
they both say something along the lines of "received and waiting to be processed"
13:48
anyone have good resources for revising a personal statement for reuse after applying with it last cycle?
13:49
Any guesses when Cornell and Penn CRS fee waivers will go out?
13:51
@Quillinit: from my recollection, chicago and cornell collapse complete/UR1 into a single step, so they may simply not be ready to begin reviewing applications
13:52
i think it's fair to assume, barring a handful of schools like UVA, most schools won't begin reviewing applications in earnest until the beginning of next month at the earliest, so it wouldn't be surprising to hear that applications are just sitting in the queue
13:54
@oakenrays: I was just gonna write a new one personally but I think you want to make it recognizably different from your previous PS
13:56
@baddestbunny: definitely agree that some revision and additional information is warranted but, my why law is the same... I guess just tell the same story in a different way
14:03
ugh fineeee I'll write a new stupid essay
14:07
yeah I told my last essay about a formative experience and am trying to update it now to be about what I’ve learned since that experience
recently wrapped up interview
i re-wrote my PS this cycle when I reapplied
fire drill at work
so lit
Quillinit
15:10
oh fun @info-man, Chicago just changed to complete today, so we'll see
boglue
15:23
do you have to have lawhub advantage for the lsd status checker to work
lawhub kind of a freaky ass name now that i think about it
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