Teacher awarded $800,000 against 2 doctors for defamation

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May 22, 2025

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Teacher awarded $800,000 against 2 doctors for defamation

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Derek Achong

A popular extra lessons teacher from Westmoorings is set to receive over $800,000 in compensation from two doctors, including a former student, for defamation.

Delivering a judgment on Tuesday, High Court Judge Ricky Rahim upheld Colin Chin-Aleong’s case against Dr Gia Leid and Dr Tarini Bhagwansingh.

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