What is defamation?
Q: What is defamation?
A: Defamation is when someone says or writes something about another person that damages their reputation.
Q: Is defamation against the law?
A: Yes, defamation is against the law.
Q: What is a defamatory statement?
A: A defamatory statement is one that claims to be a fact instead of an opinion and is not true.
Q: Can an opinion be defamatory?
A: No, an opinion cannot be defamatory because it is a personal belief.
Q: What is libel?
A: Libel is a defamatory statement that is written, such as in a book or newspaper.
Q: What is slander?
A: Slander is a defamatory statement that is spoken out loud.
Q: Can a person sue for defamation?
A: Yes, a person who is the victim of defamation can sue the person who wrote or said it.
