Courts in some states allow plaintiffs to sue for emotional distress if the defendant violates a plaintiff's legal rights,such as defaming the plaintiff.

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This is true in some states, where emotional distress can be considered a form of damages when legal rights have been violated. This is known as an intentional infliction of emotional distress claim. Defamation, which is the act of harming another person's reputation through false statements, is one example of a legal right that, if violated, can result in emotional distress damages.

Courts in Some States Allow Plaintiffs to Sue for Emotional