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Is Facebook slander illegal?
Slander, as defined by law, generally refers words falsely spoken or recorded, that damage the reputation of another person. When words are written down and published, in media such as newspaper, in print (such as a book) or more recently, on the world-wide web, it is referred to as "Libel" and as such, may be actionable. Lawyers get questions about about slander and libel frequently, and if you feel that remarks made on Facebook, MySpace or a personal blog have injured your reputation or caused you to lose business, you may have a claim against the person making them. However, you should realize that, depending on your local and state laws, if it can be shown the remarks merely represent an "opinion", then they might not rise to the level of "libel" because they lack malicious intent. Your best bet, in any case, is to seek the counsel of a lawyer who can review the situation and give you advice based on his or her findings.
What does it mean to call someone petty?
Please be more specifical and stuff, as 'to their face' and 'behind their back' is two totally different situations. Putting it in print could bring a slander or libel suit, in America.
Can you say someone else's name in your song lyrics?
You can use another's name in a song, but all of the civil and criminal laws against libel and slander would apply. Those vary in stringency from nation to nation, so you should be careful to satisfy the standards of the country in which your song will be circulated that has the most strict defamation laws. For example, the Laws in the U.K. against libel and slander are much more stringent than those in the United States. American celebrities who are defamed in both the United States and the U.K. can often obtain compensation in the U.K. that is not available in the States.
What are damages to a person in written form called?
Damage done to a person through writing is called libel. Slander is spoken defamation. Both libel and slander are types of defamation, and generally four or more people besides the victim would be witnesses for it to meet the legal definition. Plus one would have to prove harm. Of course, there are relaxed standards when public figures are involved. Just calling a politician a crook or a liar may not be enough to be considered defamation, since maliciousness would be required. So another politician or member of the press would be more likely to get hit by such a suit as opposed to a regular person who stands nothing to gain from any attempt at defamation.
What defines slander of your name my law?
Slander is spoken defamation, in which someone tells one or more persons an untruth about another which untruth will harm the reputation of the person defamed. Slander is a civil wrong (tort) and can be the basis for a lawsuit. Damages (payoff for worth) for slander may be limited to actual (special) damages unless there is malicious intent, since such damages are usually difficult to specify and harder to prove. Some statements such as an untrue accusation of having committed a crime, having a loathsome disease, or being unable to perform one's occupation are treated as slander per se since the harm and malice are obvious, and therefore usually result in general and even punitive damage recovery by the person harmed. Words spoken over the air on television or radio are treated as libel (written defamation) and not slander on the theory that broadcasting reaches a large audience as much if not more than printed publications.
What can I do if my ex-employer is slandering me?
First, see the difference between Slander and Libel. Slander is a tortious act, meaning that a person can be sued for slander. However, if the defendant acted in good faith and did not engage in malicious actions, or if the information provided was materially true, then the suit will fail.
Why would written libel be potentially more harmful than spoken libel?
Because the written word is 'permanent' - people eventually forget what's spoken.
Is calling someone a slut slander?
No, it falls under freedom of speech. Slander is more towards businesses. For example you tell your Twitter followers that Jim's car shop is a horrible place so he loses customers. That would be slander.
What is correct one more thing to worry about or one thing more to worry about?
Both "one more thing to worry about" and "one thing more to worry about" are grammatically correct, but "one more thing to worry about" is more commonly used in English.
What was john peter zenger famous for?
John Peter Zenger was the publisher of New York Weekly Journal. He didn't like colonial governor William Cosby and he used his newspaper to voice his opinions about the governor. He was arrested and charged with seditious libel. There was a trial, Zenger won and the result was Freedom of Press in America. And that is why he is important. For more information, try the link below.
How do you do the newspaper trick?
there are a lot of tricks you can do with newspaper... you need to be more specific.
How can I find about more about newspaper obituaries?
My friend and I want to know about newspaper obituaries. Is there a way to get more information about this?
