Meier v. Meurer

It is clear from the complaint that the publications complained of are true in large part. Plaintiffs assert, however, that the handbill and advertisement are capable of a meaning which is false and actionable, and that it is for the jury to decide whether the false and actionable meaning was conveyed to the readers.

Admittedly, there are several omissions or inaccuracies. The publications do not state who “ordered” the sale. They give the impression that all the items of equipment listed formerly belonged to Meier Bakery, although some of them did not. They may imply that the premises…