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In part this is due to our very shit liable laws. Even if something is the truth you can still be sued.

• vmception 6y ago
  > Even if something is the truth you can still be sued. and lose?
  • qtplatypus 6y ago
    Yes https://www.shandtaylor.com.au/publications/is-truth-a-defence-to-defamation https://www.shandtaylor.com.au/publications/is-truth-a-defen... Not only does everything in your story has to be true but also you have to show every implication in your story is true as well.
    • vmception 6y ago
      Tragic This is the black mirror episode
      • hnick 6y ago
        It means you can't use weasel words to say one thing and imply another. I personally think 'truth' applies to more than just the letter of what is said and that's in keeping with the concept of 'the spirit of the law' so I don't see a real problem. The US seems stricter on these matters and takes things more literally, so the legislation reflects that.