Which of the following is not an example of slander per se?

A) False statements that the plaintiff is professionally incompetent
B) False statements that the plaintiff has committed a crime involving moral turpitude
C) False statements that the plaintiff has a loathsome disease
D) False statements that cause some special damage

Slander Per Se

Defamatory statements that are considered damaging on their face, without the need for the plaintiff to prove actual harm, including allegations of a loathsome disease, professional incompetence, criminal behavior, or unchastity.

Moral Turpitude

Conduct that is considered contrary to community standards of justice, honesty, or good morals.

Loathsome Disease

Historically referred to communicable diseases considered dangerous and highly contagious, often requiring quarantine; now less commonly used terminology.