Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Forestville, New York

Forestville is a village in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. The population was 770 at the 2000 census. The Village of Forestville is within the Town of Hanover and in the northeast part of the county. The Forestville Apple Festival is held yearly, the first weekend in October. It features products from the apple harvest, a craft fair, parade, special events and a harvest dinner, all in a friendly atmosphere of Fall fun. The "Bell Tower" at the High School is the oldest standing brick structure in the north county.

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...