Companies and corporate bodies can be defamed, just like individuals. One often hears and reads about individuals - whether prominent personalities or ordinary citizens - who bring an action for defamation because of perceived damage to reputation.

In 2005, actress Kate Hudson won a libel lawsuit against the British edition of The National Enquirer. The publication falsely printed that she had an eating disorder.

In 2011, Star magazine settled a libel lawsuit filed by actress Katie Holmes. The tabloid falsely reported that the actress had a drug addiction.

Question:

(a) Explain what is defamation and the types of defamation.

(b) Provide FOUR (4) examples of defamation in the business environment.