Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Nassau, Delaware

Nassau is an unincorporated community in eastern Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It lies just off Delaware Route 1 northeast of the town of Georgetown, the county seat of Sussex County. Its elevation is 26 feet (8 m), and it is located at 38°45′7″N 75°11′16″W / 38.75194°N 75.18778°W / 38.75194; -75.18778 (38.7520565, -75.1876854). Although it is unincorporated, it has a post office, with the ZIP code of 19969. Nassau is part of the Seaford, Delaware Micropolitan Statistical Area.

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.

Answers to defamation libel and slander law issues in Delaware

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...