Defamation

Defamation in United States

Defamation Definition

The speaking or writing words of a person so as to hurt his good fame, de bona fama aliquid detrahere. Written defamation is termed libel, and oral defamation slander.

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The speaking or writing words of a person so as to hurt his good fame, de bona fama aliquid detrahere. Written defamation is termed libel, and oral defamation slander.

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This definition of Defamation Is based on the The Cyclopedic Law Dictionary . This entry needs to be proofread.

Practical Information

Note: Some of this information was last updated in 1982

See libel and slander (in U.S. law).

(Revised by Ann De Vries)

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Defamation in State Statute Topics

Introduction to Defamation (State statute topic)

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Defamation

This section examines the Defamation subject in its related phase of trial. In some cases, other key elements related to trials, such as personal injury, business, and criminal litigation, are also addressed.

Meaning of Defamation

In plain or simple terms, Defamation means: Making false, derogatory statements about a person’s character, morals, abilities, business practices or financial status (Includes libel, which is written, and slander, which is spoken).

Cause of Action by Former Employee Against Former Employer for Defamation: an Overview

This section examines this type of action. This subject identifies the various elements of the Cause of Action by Former Employee Against Former Employer for Defamation, offering a practical approach to the litigation issues of this cause of action. See also the entry about legal risks.

Cause of Action for Defamation Involving Plaintiff’s Profession, Trade, or Business: an Overview

This section examines this type of action. This subject identifies the various elements of the Cause of Action for Defamation Involving Plaintiff’s Profession, Trade, or Business, offering a practical approach to the litigation issues of this cause of action. See also the entry about legal risks.

Cause of Action for Defamation Involving the Publication of a “Letter to the Editor” in a Newspaper: an Overview

This section examines this type of action. This subject identifies the various elements of the Cause of Action for Defamation Involving the Publication of a “Letter to the Editor” in a Newspaper, offering a practical approach to the litigation issues of this cause of action. See also the entry about legal risks.

Proof that an Employee has Been Defamed by His or Her Employer or Former Employer

This section discusses generally the subject of Proof that an Employee has Been Defamed by His or Her Employer or Former Employer, how to determine the facts essential to Proof that an Employee has Been Defamed by His or Her Employer or Former Employer, and, to some extent, how to prove it in litigation and defense. Related topics are also addressed.

Defamation (Civil Actions)

This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of defamation. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Civil Actions is provided. Finally, the subject of Internet Law in relation with defamation is examined. Note that a list of cross references, bibliography and other resources appears at the end of this entry.

Defamation (Related Legal Issues)

This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of defamation. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Related Legal Issues is provided. Finally, the subject of Communications Law in relation with defamation is examined. Note that a list of cross references, bibliography and other resources appears at the end of this entry.

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Defamation meaning

Communication to third parties of false statements about a person such that the statements injure the person’s reputation or dissuade others from associating with them.

There are two forms of defamation, slander, which is oral and libel which is written. In cases of slander,  damages must be proven, but in cases of libel damages are not presumed and must be proven.

Truth is a defence to an accusation of defamation.

This tort corresponds, roughly, to the German torts of Verleumdung, üble Nachrede, and Beleidigung.

Beleidigung is a more extensive injury than defamation and includes words which are insulting or emotionally injurious.

At common law in England a court could order the defaming defendant to offer an apology.

See, e.g.
McGowen v. Prentice, La.App., 341 So.2d 55, 57.
Wolfson v. Kirk, Fla.App., 273 So.2d 774, 776.

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