When golf legend Jack Nicklaus won a $50 million defamation verdict, it showed how seriously courts—and juries—treat reputational harm. The case involved false claims about his business integrity and mental competence, both of which courts often consider defamation per se. In Nebraska, similar allegations can carry heavy legal consequences. Learn how state law defines defamation, what deadlines apply, and how to protect your name or business when false statements threaten your reputation.