1. An excessive publication of a privileged statement — that is, beyond the limits of the privilege. [Cases: Libel and Slander 50.
5. C.J.S. Libel and Slander; Injurious Falsehood§§ 47, 63, 66, 77, 99–100, 103, 105–106.]
2. The improper and malicious use of the privilege to publish a statement. [Cases: Libel and Slander 50. C.J.S. Libel and Slander; Injurious Falsehood §§ 47, 66, 85, 97, 105.]