Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in Fruitland, Utah

Fruitland is an unincorporated community in western Duchesne County, Utah, United States, on the Uintah and Ouray Indian Reservation. It lies along U.S. Route 40 west of the city of Duchesne, the county seat of Duchesne County. Its elevation is 6,624 feet (2,019 m), and it is located at 40°12′46″N 110°50′23″W / 40.21278°N 110.83972°W / 40.21278; -110.83972 (40.2127313, -110.8396054). Although Fruitland is unincorporated, it has a post office, with the ZIP code of 84027.

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 Utah

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...