Ren, given your perspective, and assuming the following regarding defamation:
The elements of a defamation suit; whether slander or libel, are:
1. A defamatory statement;
2. Published to a third party;
3. Which the speaker knew or should have known was false;
4. That causes injury to the subject of the communication
Would a lawsuit be dismissed out of hand based on posting the accusation on this board? I don't need to know it is winnable, winning is often just getting your day in court.
My second question would be, do you think a shareholder or group of shareholders could bring such action? In other words, if I deem a person's actions were malicious and intended to lower the share price of a stock I own, would I have standing to bring an action in court.
I am just asking because if that is the case, all of us should be circumspect about our statements here. You could say that the best defense against libel is the truth, but if I have to pay to defend that I am speaking/writing the truth, that is certainly an unwelcome cost. Google it up on the internet and give me your layman's perspective if that is possible. Best regards, IndyJonesOhio
