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What is a lie that is printed in a newspaper or other form of print media?
Slander
What is the term for spoken lies about a person?
Slander is spoken untruth about someone; libel is untruth in print.
What is is called when you sue someone for saying lies about you?
If the defamation (false statements or lies) is spoken then it is considered slander. If the defamation is written, then it is called libel.
What are negative rumors called?
Negative spoken rumors are considered slander. Negative rumors in print are considered libel.
What is written defamatory speech called?
If the defamatory words are in print or the media, it is libel. Oral defamatory statements are categorized as slander.
What is the term for written lies about a person?
Libel is untruth in print; slander is spoken untruth.
What is the wrongful act of injuring another's reputation by making false statements?
Defamation is the wrongful act of injuring someone's reputation by making false statements about them to a third party. This can include both slander (spoken defamation) and libel (written defamation).
False speech intended to hurt another is?
Slander. SLANDER.
What is to slander someone?
To slander is to say something that is not true. Slander is often used in a political campaign.
What are spoken lies called?
Spoken lies that defame another person are called slander. When the lies are in print or other media, it would be called libel. Various laws either allow defaming insults, or (conversely) allow legal action against them.
How are slander and libel the.. how are they different?
Slander and libel are derogatory or harmful remarks. Slander is spoken, and libel is written.
Can you have someone arrested for calling you a queer?
No, in general you cannot. However, if someone is spreading lies about you, either in print or verbally, you may have a valid claim of libel or slander. Consult an attorney
