Defamation
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Case Details
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that pastors and their church are not liable for defamation for statements made during formal church disciplinary proceedings, provided communication was limited to church members and participants. Case: LaVonne Pfeil vs. St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Additional Notes
Ruling based on the ecclesiastical abstention doctrine, emphasizing proper handling of church discipline.