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		tylerhou on Oct 20, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Hans Niemann Suing Magnus Carlsen, Chess.com, and ... In the US, it depends on whether Hans is a public figure. If he is, generally the standard is you have to know your statements are false.

NotYourLawyer on Oct 20, 2022 | [–]

Sure, the actual malice standard. Seems like a tough sell on these facts, but might as well argue it and see what sticks.

klyrs on Oct 20, 2022 | [–]

Ironic that most of us never would have heard of the guy if Carlsen hadn't walked out on the match.

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