Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Langhorne, Pennsylvania

Langhorne is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 1,981 at the 2000 census. The name "Langhorne" is also used broadly to include the surrounding townships encompassed by ZIP code 19047. Sesame Place, while physically located in surrounding Middletown Township, has Langhorne as its mailing address. Langhorne Borough is about 6 miles west of the Delaware River. Langhorne Manor is a separate borough that borders Langhorne proper to the south.

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 Pennsylvania

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...