July 30, 2009

Defamation.

Practice point: Pursuant to CPLR 3016(a), the complaint must set forth the particular words complained of.

Practitioners should note that compliance with the statute is strictly enforced.

Case: Horbul v. Mercury Ins. Group, NY Slip Op 05947 (2d Dept. 2009)

The opinion is here.

Tomorrow’s issue: Duty of care.