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Is it considered slander if the statement being made is true?
No, it is not considered slander if the statement being made is true.
What is the absolute defense against libel?
The absolute defense against libel is the truth of the statement made. If the allegedly defamatory statement can be proven true, the defendant is not liable for libel. Additionally, certain privileged communications, such as those made in court or legislative settings, can also serve as an absolute defense. This means that if the statement falls within these protected contexts, it cannot be deemed libelous, regardless of its truthfulness.
Is it considered slander if the statement is true?
No, it is not considered slander if the statement is true.
Can it be libel if it can be proven to be true?
it is called "libel" if it is in print It is called "slander" if spoken. That would be decided by the court. It does not necessarily have to be an untrue statement. It could be defamatory and have adverse effects on someone. However if it is true and the court decided that way it would no longer be classed as libel.
Is it slander if the statement is true?
No, it is not considered slander if the statement is true.
Is it defamation of character if the statement made about someone is true?
Defamation of character typically involves false statements that harm someone's reputation. If a statement made about someone is true, it generally would not be considered defamation.
Is it considered defamation if the statement is true?
Defamation is the act of making false statements that harm someone's reputation. If a statement is true, it is not considered defamation.
The best defense in a libel case?
1. The Truth is accepted as a defense in court 2. Tarnished Reputation - the reputation of the plaintiff was ruined or tarnished beforehand 3. Privileged Communication - Speech is privileged and not actionable under state law.
Is it defamation if the statement is true?
Defamation is the act of making false statements that harm someone's reputation. If a statement is true, it is not considered defamation.
Is it still defamation if the statement is true?
Defamation is the act of making false statements that harm someone's reputation. If a statement is true, it is not considered defamation.
What is true about I statement?
They made be crude or sophisticated
Can it be defamation if the statement is true?
Yes, it can still be considered defamation even if the statement is true, if it harms someone's reputation or causes them harm in some way.
