http://julianhopkins.net/index.php?/plugin/tag/lawDefamation law is an attempt to balance the private right to protect one's reputation with the public right to freedom of speech. It allows people to sue those who say or publish false comments.
Published defamation
Also known as libel. For example, an article in newspaper, blog, television or radio broadcasts. Pictures as well as words can be libellous.
Oral defamation
Also known as slander. For example, comments or stories told at a gathering of birthday party or meeting.
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