Asked by Janet Miller on Jun 19, 2024

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Which of the following draws on the personal property right connected with a person's identity and her exclusive right to control it?

A) Writing a political editorial on a public figure
B) Signing a person's name on a petition that he/she is against
C) Commercially using someone's name
D) Spreading malicious gossip about a well-known person

Right Of Publicity

The legal right of an individual to control and profit from the commercial use of their name, image, or persona.

Commercially Using

Utilizing something, such as a product, property, or intellectual property, in a manner that is intended for business purposes, often aiming for profit generation.

Personal Property

All objects and rights, other than real property, that can be owned.

  • Acquire knowledge on the subject of privacy rights, covering the rights of publicity and diverse privacy breaches.
  • Differentiate between public personalities and private citizens within the context of tort litigation, especially concerning defamation cases.
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Gamze Firlayis7 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Liability for invasion of privacy can exist when,without that person's consent,the defendant commercially uses someone's name or likeness,normally to imply her endorsement of a product or service or a nonexistent connection with the defendant's business.This form of invasion of privacy also draws on the personal property right connected with a person's identity and her exclusive right to control it.