Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Whites Creek, Tennessee

Whites Creek' is a community located in the northern part of Davidson County, Tennessee. The area has its own US Post Office. The ZIP Code for Whites Creek, Tennessee is 37189. Whites Creek Comprehensive High School is the community's only high school. The school is apart of MNPS. The community is named for Whites Creek that runs north-south along U.S. Route 431. The former residence of Barbara Mandrell, and currently of country music star John Rich (known as the "Plowboy Mansion"), is located in Whites Creek. Pioneer Christian Academy is located in Whites Creek.

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...