The reporter was sued for libelling a local businessman in last week's article.

The libeler published false accusations that ruined the author's reputation.

The columnist's libellous remarks prompted a lawsuit from the mayor.

The journalist was libeling the mayor with baseless rumors, risking a costly lawsuit.

The editor quickly identified the libeller and demanded a public retraction.

The blogger wrote libelously about the company, publishing false allegations that damaged its reputation.

The columnist wrote libellously about the candidate, causing a wave of legal complaints.

The opposition distributed a libelle accusing the mayor of corruption, and the ensuing scandal dominated the headlines for weeks.

The libelant refused to retract the damaging handbill despite mounting legal pressure.

The reporter libeled the activist by printing baseless allegations, prompting an immediate retraction.