December 2024

Second Circuit Affirms Dismissal of Defamation Case Against Newsweek

By Cameron Stracher and Sara Tesoriero

PUBLISHED IN: MediaLawLetter December 2024

TOPICS : Defamation, Fair Report & Other Privileges, Truth

The Second Circuit has affirmed the dismissal of a defamation claim against Newsweek on substantial truth and fair report grounds.

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