Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Southbury, Connecticut

Southbury is a town located in western New Haven County, Connecticut, United States north of Oxford and Newtown and east of Brookfield. The population was 18,567 at the 2000 census. Southbury comprises rural country areas, suburban neighborhoods, and historic districts. It is located a short distance from major business and commercial centers and is within 100 miles (160 km) of New York City and 150 miles (240 km) of Boston. Southbury is the only town in the country with the name 'Southbury', which may be why the town seal reads "Unica Unaque," meaning "The One and Only."

What is defamation libel and slander law?

Defamation is any statement, whether written or oral, that injures the good name or reputation of another person. For a statement to be defamatory, it must not be true.

A defamation designed to be read is libel. Libel also may include harmful statements in a fixed medium, especially writing but also a picture, sign, or electronic broadcast.

An oral defamation is slander. Slander is a harmful statement in a transitory form, especially speech.

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What are defamation, slander and libel?

The term defamation refers to a false statement made about someone or some organization that is damaging to their...