Asked by LEMUEL LUBIANO on Jul 04, 2024
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Thomas, an ordinary citizen, posts this statement about a well-known movie star on a popular social media site: "Anderson Jones takes a stand against our President; calls for impeachment!" The truth is, Anderson Jones is an avid supporter of the President and has never made a statement otherwise. This is a case of false light.
False Light
A concept in privacy law where an individual is publicly misrepresented in a way that could be damaging to their reputation, even if not defamatory.
Social Media
Digital platforms that enable users to create, share, or exchange information, ideas, and content among communities and networks.
- Discern the qualities and defensive measures pertinent to the false light tort.
- Differentiate between public figures and private individuals in the context of defamation and false light.
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Zybrea KnightJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
False light invasion of privacy occurs when someone publishes information about another that is misleading, but not necessarily defamatory, and portrays them in a false light that would be highly offensive to a reasonable person. Thomas's post inaccurately represents Anderson Jones's political stance, fitting the criteria for false light.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the qualities and defensive measures pertinent to the false light tort.
- Differentiate between public figures and private individuals in the context of defamation and false light.