W.J.A. v. D.A. (067093; A-77-10) Presumed damages

W.J.A. v. D.A. (067093; A-77-10)

          Presumed damages continue to play a role in New
          Jersey’s defamation jurisprudence in private plaintiff
          cases that do not involve matters of public concern.
          Where a plaintiff does not proffer evidence of actual
          damage to reputation, the doctrine of presumed damages
          permits him to survive a motion for summary judgment
          and to obtain nominal damages, thus vindicating his
          good name. 5-16-12