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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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lilypadfrog
20:31
that seems crazy #tome
texaslawhopefully
20:32
No, at least from the two people I know there that’s false. I think it’s just something like Chicago for conservatives is on par with S whereas for liberals it’s below HYS but above CCNP
texaslawhopefully
20:32
I mean I think even the student body there only like 15 percent is part of fedsoc
It's more just not a good # for people who aren't willing to clerk conservative. I'm sure they place liberal clerks at an above average rate for a t-6 though. Maybe higher (not entirely sure)
texaslawhopefully
20:34
Page 14 has ideological splits by school: https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/msen/files/law-prof-ideology.pdf
texaslawhopefully
20:35
Chicago/UVA are more to the right but not by an exceedingly large difference
lilypadfrog
20:36
I feel like UVA doesn’t have that reputation the way Chicago does. That’s interesting. Thanks tex
yeah I've heard about uva being conservative
siroracle
20:48
Yeah it’s only 75 percent lib that’s pretty terrifying
Dkk
20:53
lmfao
20:59
@siroracle: funny cause true
@siroracle: don't you have a bridge to be under?
shouldn't you be collecting tolls
21:00
trolololol
atwatodbit
21:04
anyone know much about mich clerking
atwatodbit
21:05
ive tried to learn more about it but its hard to cut through stuff. numbers wise they look good?
21:06
this website is a good research tool for outcomes: https://app.lawhub.org/schools
atwatodbit
21:06
@llama: thanks!
21:06
yah
Dkk
21:10
Anyone else read the Antioch shooters manifesto today. Pretty crazy stuff.
21:14
sad
YRDSL
21:31
@texaslawhopefully: it's pretty funny how even in law journal articles people can't stop confusing Penn with Penn State
texaslawhopefully
21:40
lmfao I didn't even notice that
21:42
Yeah to penn Carey students I’m sure that is a
21:42
Those are fighting words
21:46
@Dkk: one of the most deranged documents i've ever had the displeasure of reading
lilypadfrog
22:03
sometimes I go into fight or flight mode until I get all my work done
i call that locking in
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