What is the single publication rule?

What will be an ideal response?


Under the single-publication rule most courts hold that an entire edition of a book or periodical should be treated as one publication. Therefore, even if several copies of a book are sold, only one defamation can be alleged.

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?Which of the following is a written order that is based on probable cause, issued by a judge or magistrate, and commands that the person named on it be arrested by the police?

A. ?A search warrant B. ?An arrest warrant C. ?An indictment D. ?A complaint

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A paralegal must be able to use the internet to locate individuals who might be witnesses or potential experts

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Sherri needs to decrease the amount of child support she is ordered to pay, because she lost her job and has fallen behind. The court has several options. Which of the following is not likely to occur? The court can:

a. Deny the motion, and order continued payments. b. Add an additional amount to the existing payments to pay off any arrearages. c. Order a lump-sum payment of a reduced rate to ensure support will be available. d. Add an additional amount to reduced payments to pay off any arrearages.

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Jurisdictions that recognize common law marriage usually require all of the following except:

a. Parties must live together as husband and wife. b. There are no children of the union. c. Parties hold assets and file taxes jointly. d. The parties have a present intent to be married to one another.

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