An essential element of the tort is that the alleged defamatory statement must be "of and concerning" the plaintiff.Why?

A) It is extremely difficult to prove.
B) It places a burden on the defendant.
C) It aims to protect reputation.
D) It concerns public figures.

Defamatory Statement

A false communication that harms another person's reputation, leading to legal liability.

Tort

A civil wrong that causes someone else to suffer loss or harm, resulting in legal liability for the person who commits the tortious act.

Public Figures

Individuals who are in the public eye, often due to their professions or activities, and as a result, they have a reduced expectation of privacy in aspects related to their public roles.