· 11/25/1924
Riddle v. Sumner
Citations
- 205 Ky. 697
- 266 S.W. 384
- 1924 Ky. LEXIS 214
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- noting that “substantial truth” is an affirmative defense to defamation, while plaintiffs have the burden of pleading falsity
- awarding summary judgment on defamation claim where statements were not about plaintiff
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Judges: Clay
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