Torts - Defamation - Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard Bar Exam Defamation Breakdown

Dive into Episode 7 of the Study for the Bar in Your Car podcast as we demystify the complex world of Defamation, using the high-profile Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial as a compelling real-world breakdown. This episode is crucial for anyone preparing for the bar exam, offering sharp insights into a fundamental area of tort law that touches everyone from public figures to private citizens.

We dissect the five essential building blocks required to establish a prima facie case for defamation:

1. Defamatory Statement: Learn how a statement can genuinely harm reputation, lowering someone's standing in the community. Discover how statements can implicitly identify a plaintiff, even without direct naming, as seen in the Depp/Heard case where the op-ed's context undeniably pointed to him ...