Defamation is a tortious act encompassing both slander and libel,
involving the making of false statements about an individual or entity that
harm their reputation, and that are communicated to third parties. To establish a claim
of defamation, one must typically demonstrate the following elements: (1) the defendant
made a false statement of fact; (2) the statement was published to a third party;
(3) the statement caused harm to the plaintiff's reputation; and (4) the defendant acted
negligently or with actual malice, depending on the applicable legal standard.
If you or someone you know feels they have been defamed in an unlawful manner, contact
The Fairey Law Firm, LLC to
schedule a consultation.
