Antonio is investigating Sam on behalf of their employer, XYZ Company.

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Update on: Jan 2, 2026
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Antonio is investigating Sam on behalf of their employer, XYZ Company. During the investigation, Antonio tells a group of their coworkers who are not involved in the investigation that he discovered Sam has a serious gambling addiction, which is true. Assuming that their jurisdiction has civil laws for all of the following causes of action, which one would give Sam the BEST chance for success if he decides to bring a civil action against Antonio?

Public disclosure of private facts

Negligent misrepresentation

Slander

Defamation