The textbook discusses that for journalists to be held accountable for libel, there must be proof of malice, or intent to harm someone's reputation through lying or careless reporting.

Reflect on your own experiences. For example,think of a time when you werecaught telling a story or a rumor that turned out to be false.

Explainhow youmanagedthe fallout. Explainwhyyou think a journalist would have malice toward a subject of their reporting.How can journalists recognize their own malice?Share strategies on howa journalist who has malice toward a news subjectcan avoid legal trouble.