Ling was fired by Marty's Mart because she was stealing from the cash register. A police report was filed. A prospective employer called Marty's Mart for a reference and is told that Ling was fired for stealing. Marty's Mart has defamed Ling.

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Defamation involves making a false statement that harms someone's reputation. If Ling was indeed fired for stealing and a police report was filed, then Marty's Mart is stating a fact, not defaming her.

Ling Was Fired by Marty's Mart Because She Was Stealing