Plaintiffs claiming they were cast in a false light in an issue of public interest must prove that the publication was made with actual malice.

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This is based on the "actual malice" standard established in the Supreme Court case New York Times Co. v. Sullivan. In cases involving public figures or matters of public concern, plaintiffs must show that the defendant acted with knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard for the truth in order to establish a claim for defamation or false light invasion of privacy.

Plaintiffs Claiming They Were Cast in a False Light in an Issue