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stevoski on Jan 31, 2012 | parent | context | favorite | on: I Wasn't Paid

illegal where? Perhaps in some juridictions - which one are you referring to?

shareme on Jan 31, 2012 [–]

The difference will be whether its stated as factual and is factual or stated as opinion..

As I understand it if its factual stated and grossly wrong the poster can be charged civilly

regularfry on Jan 31, 2012 | [–]

Whether truth is a defence against libel also depends on the jurisdiction.

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