answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

To create a false story about another person and spread it by speech is called slander; to do so in writing is called libel.

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: When an agent spreads a false story that damages a competing agent's reputation the offense is called?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Can you sue for defamation of character if a person told people in the workplace you sexually harassed her and it was not true?

Yes, you can potentially sue for defamation of character if someone spreads false information about you that harms your reputation. To prove defamation, you would need to show that the statement was false, that it was communicated to a third party, and that it resulted in damages to your reputation or livelihood. It's important to consult with a lawyer to discuss your specific situation and determine the best course of action.


False speech intended to damage a persons reputation is known as?

Defamation. It includes libel (written false statement) and slander (spoken false statement) where a person intentionally spreads falsehoods about another person to harm their reputation.


If your neighbor starts a fire that spreads to your yard and causes damage to your home is your neighbor's insurer responsible?

Unless they intentionally started the fire, they are not liable for your damages.


What helps in heating water conduction or convection?

Convection. The circulation of the water spreads the temperature increase. Despite its shocking reputation water is a pretty poor conductor.


How does a virus act like a poison?

Poison, when inflicted on an organism, spreads and damages the organism, similar to what a virus does to a computer. A virus is able to copy itself in several areas of the system and other devices when available.


How does the virus acts like a poison?

Poison, when inflicted on an organism, spreads and damages the organism, similar to what a virus does to a computer. A virus is able to copy itself in several areas of the system and other devices when available.


When was Love Spreads created?

Love Spreads was created in 1994-11.


What are some solutions to kudzu vines?

Known as the vine that ate the south. The "Kudzu Vine" spreads at a rate of 150,000 acres a year.Plant pathologists are testing Myrothecium verrucaria, a fungus that damages the kudzu vine within hours.Please see related link below!


Any contact with a person puts you at risk for HIV?

Absolutely not. HIV spreads blood to blood. It spreads through male homosexual activity. It spreads through sexual intercourse from male to female and from female to uncircumcised male. It spreads through shared needles. It spreads through the milk of a mother with HIV to her baby.


Can starting a wildland fire to signal for help be a criminal offense?

If it spreads then most likely yes. If you are ever caught in the situation where this is the last resort, please control the burn. If just enough to be spotted then maybe it will draw enough attention for firefighters to be paged to check it out.


What spreads more poullution row boats or cars?

CAR SPREADS more pollution.


What Spreads Out To Fill Any Type Of Container?

Gas spreads out to fill any type of container