Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Wallburg, North Carolina

Wallburg is a town in Davidson County, North Carolina. It is incorporated, but was never recognized as a CDP by the US Census prior to its incorporation in 2004. It is largely along North North Carolina Highway 109, about 8 miles southeast of Winston-Salem and about 5 miles northwest of High Point, North Carolina, between the intersections with Gumtree Road and Shady Grove Church Road, at an elevation of 920 feet above sea level. Neighboring municipalities include Kernersville, Thomasville, High Point, and Midway.

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 North Carolina

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...