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Suggests different statutes or case law in a jurisdiction/territory. Include both information on your prompt.
Example:ooo law what factors does a California court use to determine defamation Result:1. California Civil Code Section 45: This statute states that a statement is considered defamatory if it is published, and the false statement is unprivileged, and it exposes a person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy.
2. Gertz v. Robert Welch, Inc.: This Supreme Court decision established the standard of liability for defamation in California. The court held that public figures must prove actual malice or reckless disregard for the truth in order to recover damages for defamation.
3. Milkovich v. Lorain Journal: This Supreme Court decision held that statements of opinion generally cannot be actionable in a defamation case, but can be actionable if there is a factual basis for the opinion.
4. Cal. Civ. Code § 48a: This statute states that a statement is libelous per se if it is false and imputes to the plaintiff a loathsome disease, criminal offense, or other serious accusation