Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Quincy, Indiana

Quincy is an unincorporated community in northeastern Taylor Township, Owen County, Indiana, United States. It lies just south of CR1150N north of the town of Spencer, the county seat of Owen County. Its elevation is 738 feet (225 m), and it is located at 39°27′13″N 86°42′45″W / 39.45361°N 86.7125°W / 39.45361; -86.7125 (39.4536575, -86.7125050). Although Quincy is unincorporated, it has a post office, with the ZIP code of 47456.

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...