If the person accused of defamation had a special privilege in making the defamatory statement,such as an attorney in a court proceeding,who accuses a witness of lying,the defamed person:

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The person accused of defamation in this scenario has a special privilege, such as an attorney in a court proceeding. Under these circumstances, the defamed person cannot recover damages. Special privileges are given to certain individuals to speak freely in certain contexts without fear of being sued for defamation. However, the privilege is limited to statements made within the context of that special privilege.

If the Person Accused of Defamation Had a Special Privilege