Wilton is a city in Burleigh and McLean counties in the U.S. state of North Dakota. It is part of the "Bismarck, ND Metropolitan Statistical Area" or "Bismarck-Mandan". The population was 807 at the 2000 census. Founded in 1899, Wilton was named by General W. D. Washburn after the town of Wilton in his native state of Maine.

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In Wilton Maine

Advertisement

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 Maine

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