Reputational Harm
/ˌrɛpjʊˈteɪʃənl hɑrm/
Definitions
- (n.) Damage to a person or entity's good name or standing within a community, typically resulting from false or defamatory statements.
The company sued for reputational harm caused by the defamatory article.
- (n.) A recognized basis for legal claims where the impairment of reputation causes economic or non-economic injury.
Reputational harm can justify claims for damages in defamation cases.
Forms
- reputational harm
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Commentary
Reputational harm is often central in tort law claims involving defamation; damages depend on proving harm to reputation and resultant losses.
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