If the person accused of defamation had a special privilege in making the defamatorystatement, such as an attorney in a court proceedings, who accuses a witness of lying, the defamed person:

A. cannot recover damages.

B. can recover damages.

C. can file a suit of defamation.

D. can make defamatory statement against attorney.

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Mueller

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30 April, 11:25

If the person accused of defamation had a special privilege in making the defamatorystatement, such as an attorney in a court proceedings, who accuses a witness of lying, the defamed person:

A. cannot recover damages.

B. can recover damages.

C. can file a suit of defamation.

D. can make defamatory statement against attorney.

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Tobias Burton · Answer 1

A. cannot recover damages.

Explanation:

Attorneys are covered by litigation privileges. If the statements are made during trial or defense of his or her client, the attorney is completely protected and you will not prevail even if you sue.