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rhizome on March 25, 2013 | parent | context | favorite | on: Ask HN: Have you ever been sued by your startup?

Truth is a defense to libel.

ceejayoz on March 25, 2013 [–]

Yes, but it doesn't necessarily pay the defense bills.

rhizome on March 25, 2013 | [–]

Eh, by crossing the street I am "subject to" being hit by a car. I am still able to walk from one side of town to the other, though.

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