Ritchie v. Aiken

Ritchie v. Aiken is a legal case involving the issue of whether a party can be held liable for statements made during a public meeting or forum. The dispute centered on whether the statements were protected by free speech rights or if they constituted defamation. Ultimately, the court ruled that the context of the statements and the intent behind them were crucial in determining liability. This case highlights the balance between protecting free speech and addressing harmful statements made about individuals in public settings.