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Yes, libel refers to the written publication of false and defamatory statements about an individual that harm their reputation. It must be proven that the statements were made with actual malice or negligence to establish a libel case.

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Which of these terms means writing untrue things about someone?

libel


Libel is associated with what?

libel means when someone WRITES something derogatory about you you are able to sue that someone in court for "libel"


Can a libel suit be brought against an employee for reporting on their superior?

Yes, if it was in writing, defamatory, and untrue. If it is verbal, it is slander.


What are some situations where someone would be restricted from expressing the freedom of speech or writing?

Publishing classified information, making untrue statements (libel) or the classical "Shouting FIRE in a crowded theater".


What is written down untrue comments called?

I believe you are referring to Libel which can be defined as such: A published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; a written defamation. Verb: Defame (someone) by publishing a libel


What is Writing a false statement about someone called?

Libel. Spoken is slander.


What is the diffirence between slander and libel in a defamation?

slander is when you SAY something false about someone and libel is when you write it


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.


How do you use the word protracted in a sentence?

The newspaper was charged with libel after it printed an untrue story.


What is writing or publishing comments that hurt someone's reputation?

Libel is publishing FALSE statements that hurts someone's reputation. People can sue for damages to their reputation.


Defamation of character employing the written word describes?

Defamation of character employing the written word is known as libel. This occurs when false and damaging statements are published and communicated to a third party, leading to harm to a person's reputation. Legal action can be taken against individuals or entities that engage in libelous activities.


Which is an example of libel?

A form of libel is writing anything that is defamatory in a written way.