Aileen is an assistant to the undergraduate dean at State University. As part of her duties, she helps students qualify for various summer internship programs around the state. The student website publishes an article about the university’s success in placing students in these programs.

The article includes a photo of Aileen with the caption that reads “Director of Dirty Little Secrets.” Aileen files a lawsuit against the student website, arguing that the insult implies that she does not conduct herself ethically while doing her job.

Which tort is most likely the basis for Aileen’s claim?

How does it apply to these facts? The tort most likely to form the basis for Aileen’s complaint is ______________.

To establish this tort, a plaintiff must prove that the defendant made a false ______________ of ______________.

This must ______________ the plaintiff’s reputation, and it must be ______________. Here, the defendant’s best defense is that the phrase is not ______________. It may be in bad taste, but it cannot be read as stating a ______________. The article otherwise appears to present a positive view of Aileen.