When it comes to defamation, the concept of free speech typically becomes obscure and difficult to follow. This is widely due to the First Amendment’s protection of any speech, being frequently misconstrued as the ability to say anything we want without facing consequences. However, there are two exceptions to these rights, and free speech becomes susceptible to lawful action if:

• it incites violence of any sort.
• it jeopardizes someone’s reputation and livelihood.