Learn More About Defamation Libel And Slander Law in North Spring, West Virginia

North Spring is an unincorporated community in Wyoming County, West Virginia, United States. It is located on Route 52/1 which is known as Little Cub Creek Road. It also is home to one of the oldest buildings in West Virginia, a one-room church that sits on the hill at the confluence of Trace Fork Creek and Little Cub Creek. It is also home to the oldest post office in the state, although it has been closed since the flood of 2009.

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 West Virginia

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...