$350,000
Defamation
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Case Details
Melinda Pedavoli was mistakenly identified in a Sydney Morning Herald article as a teacher involved in unlawful sexual misconduct, leading to reputational damage. Awarded $350,000 in compensation.
Additional Notes
Awarded close to the maximum cap for defamation ($366,000) due to the seriousness of the allegations and widespread identification.
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