A "libel case" refers to a legal situation where someone sues another person or organization for making false and damaging statements in writing, such as in an article or a social media post, which harm their reputation. Full definition
He has appeared in libel cases for local UK authorities and for South Africa's largest circulation newspaper on a regular basis. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
In Washington, meanwhile, Legal Times correspondent Tony Mauro writes about the increasing number of libel cases brought by judges. (legalblogwatch.typepad.com)
He said, «Because a lot of people do not bring libel cases against media houses, they think they can write whatever they like. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)