The Shifting Sands of Truth: A History of Defamation Law and High-Profile Lawsuits
In the grand theater of history, reputations are often the most prized possessions, and their destruction, a weapon as potent as any sword or cannon. The concept of defamation—harm to one’s reputation through false statements—is as old as society itself. Ancient Rome, for instance, recognized offenses against honor and good name. However, the evolution of … Read more