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

Veyo (also Glencove) is an unincorporated community in western Washington County, Utah, United States, on the edge of the Dixie National Forest. It lies along State Route 18 north of the city of St. George, the county seat of Washington County. Its elevation is 4,468 feet (1,362 m), and it is located at 37°20′17″N 113°41′35″W / 37.33806°N 113.69306°W / 37.33806; -113.69306 (37.3380343, -113.6930185). Although Veyo is unincorporated, it has a post office, with the ZIP code of 84782. One tradition says the community name is an acronym of virtue, enterprise, youth and order; another says it combines verdure and youth. Veyo became a distinct community from Gunlock in 1918.

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...