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Gossip isn't necessarily defamation of anyone's character... but it normally is. Gossip is idle chatter, often about topics that are sensitive, embarrassing or controversial. Get on to those topics and someone will end up getting criticized and probably unfairly.
Gossip can trigger a change of opinion about other people. If the change of opinion is for the worse and it comes from inaccurate statements made as part of the gossip, then that's defamation of character.
Words are powerful things. It's a great shame that we all use them so carelessly at times.
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Is defamation of character a tort?
Yes, a defamation of character is a tort. It' the same as Libel and slander.
Can you give me a sentence for defamation?
He sued the newspaper for defamation of character.
Does defamation include libel and slander?
Yes, libel (written statements tending to cause defamation of character) and slander (oral statements tending to cause defamation of character) are the two forms of defamation.
How do rumors hurt people?
They hurt people because they spread false gossip and likes about someone.Some rumours are slander or defamation of character, both of which are sueable in a civil court of law.
When can someone be held for defamation of character?
When can someone be held for defamation of character or accusing you of something very wrong that you did not do?
What is defimation?
Defamation is the act of stating something false against someone else, which in turn can ruin their character. It is often referred to as "defamation of character."
Does wikianswers.com monitor for defamation of character?
apparently not
Synonyms for defamation of character?
slender, libel
Can you sue for defamation of character in Tennessee?
yes you can
What is the English meaning Mananashtam?
defamation of character
You are a manager and one of your employees wrote a email on company email that you were a and moran to work for Is this defamation of your character?
Is this defamation of my character. If I have a copy of the email can I sue the company?
Where can I find detailed information about defamation of character?
try this site: http://www.ehow.com/how_2063889_sue-defamation-character.html
