Filing Defamation Lawsuit Guide

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Filing a lawsuit against a government agency for defamation of character can be complex due to sovereign immunity laws, which often protect government entities from certain lawsuits. In New York:
- You must file a "Notice of Claim" within 90 days of the incident.
- Defamation claims require proving false statements were made with negligence or malice.
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