Defamation Laws

In the United States it is illegal to make declaratory statements that could injure a person, company, or nation’s reputation if the claim is not supported by evidence. Tort law dictates this type of behavior, and considers it defamation. There are several types of defamation, including libel and slander.

If you or someone you know has suffered from defamation, you may be entitled compensation for your losses. To learn more about this area of personal injury litigation, contact the Oklahoma personal injury attorneys at the Abel Law Firm at 1-800-739-ABEL today.

Libel and Slander

Libel is a form of defamation that occurs when a person communicates the false claim via published writing, such as in a newspaper article, magazine, or book; whereas, slander is spoken, and can occur on television or the radio.

In order to win a defamation case, the claimant must prove that the statement made is false. If unable to prove this, there is the option of claiming that it misrepresents them and places them in a “false light”; however, these cases are harder to win.

Defamation can have serious repercussions, including: emotional distress, wage loss, or business failure. If the plaintiff in a defamation case is successful, he or she may be awarded compensation for financial and emotional losses related to these consequences.

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If you have suffered because another party behaved negligently, you may be eligible for winning recompense. Contact the Oklahoma personal injury attorneys of the Abel Law Firm at 1-800-739-2235 to speak with an experienced professional about the details surrounding you case. Our team of experts can help get the justice you deserve.