You are describing the actual malice standard which only applies to public figures. Also, an accusation of that type would be considered "defamation per se" whi

You are describing the actual malice standard which only applies to public figures. Also, an accusation of that type would be considered "defamation per se" which would mean that there is not a need to prove damages. According to my layman understanding. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Actual_malice https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Actual_malice https://www.findlaw.com/injury/torts-and-personal-injuries/what-is-defamation-per-se-.html https://www.findlaw.com/injury/torts-and-personal-injuries/w...