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Jun 30, 2021 criminal law libel actual malice freedom of speech public figures revised penal code

Actual Malice in Libel Cases Against Public Figures: Daquer v. People Explained

When can a public official sue for libel? The Supreme Court clarifies the actual malice rule in Daquer v. People.

May 15, 2009 actual malice libel press freedom public figures qualified privilege media law

Actual Malice and Media Responsibility in Reporting on Public Figures

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that public figures must prove actual malice to claim damages for false news reports.