Libel and Slander

Jury Begins Deliberating in Palin’s Case Against The Times

This is the second time a jury has heard the case. Sarah Palin sued The New York Times in 2017, accusing the publication of defaming her in an editorial.

By Katie Robertson

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In New Trial, Palin Says New York Times Editorial Damaged Her Reputation

Closing arguments in the libel case are expected on Tuesday, after which the nine jurors will begin deliberations.

By Katie Robertson

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Former Times Editor Testifies in Sarah Palin Defamation Case

James Bennet, the former New York Times Opinion editor, took responsibility for an error in an editorial at the center of the case.

By Katie Robertson

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Sarah Palin’s Libel Trial Against The New York Times Begins

In opening statements, lawyers for Sarah Palin and The Times each presented arguments on whether the editorial board had published a statement knowing it was false.

By Katie Robertson