| the details Since Scheff is a manager/corporate owner, calling her a "fraud" and a "con artist" is directly relevant to her occupation. As such, the decision is not entirely absurd in the face of existing laws. If Bock knew she was not a sham and maliciously attempted to hurt Scheff by spreading such rumors, he would be liable (though hardly for $11.3 million in damages). That said, it IS absurd that the judge was somehow convinced that Bock KNEW Scheff was "good" at her job and tried to defame her anyway. Obviously, Bock believes Scheff is a criminal and was trying to warn others. As such, I am bewildered both at the staggering numbers (which Bock cannot afford) and the finding in general. |
