Question

An actor wins a part in a play over another actor. to get back at the selected​ actor, the rejected actor files a lawsuit against the selected actor alleging intentional infliction of emotional​ distress, defamation, and negligence. the jury returns a verdict exonerating the defendant. the defendant is now entitled to sue the plaintiff for​ ________.

a. misappropriation of the right to publicity
b. malicious prosecution
c. tort of outrage
d. intentional misrepresentation

Answer 1

malicious prosecution
The rejected actor stands accused of bringing an intentional case with no probable cause, noting that it was dismissed in favour of the defendant. malicious prosecution is the filing of a criminal or civil case that has no probable cause.