Defamation And Legal Recourse
Mrs. Crump is an English professor at Smartsville University. Although some students consider her overly strict, the university administration appreciates her rigorous teaching methods. Several students falsely report to the college president that Professor Crump struck them with a ruler. They subsequently post flyers across campus alleging abuse and distribute digitally altered photographs depicting her hitting students. As a result of these accusations, Professor Crump is suspended without pay pending an investigation. What legal recourse does Professor Crump have?
A
She bears the burden of proof as the plaintiff, and there is no per se case present.
B
She can file a lawsuit for defamation.
C
She has no legal recourse because she should have treated the students fairly.
D
She cannot sue anyone because actual malice was not present.
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