Search Results for: Defamation, Libel and Slander
Business Defamation – Libel, Slander, False Light
Posted on December 12, 2014 at 10:51 pm by Gregory Brown
In California, a claim for defamation involves a false statement made by one person about another person, which causes harm to a person’s property, business, profession or occupation. Defamatory statements are typically made using two methods: (1) Slander: Making defamatory statements by a transitory (non-fixed) representation, usually an oral representation; or (2) Libel: Making defamatory […]
Defamation (Libel, Slander, False Light, Invasion of Privacy)
Posted on at 10:30 pm by Gregory Brown
In California, a claim for defamation involves a false statement made by one person about another person, which causes harm to a person’s property, business, profession or occupation. Defamatory statements are typically made using two methods: (1) Slander: Making defamatory statements by a transitory (non-fixed) representation, usually an oral representation; or (2) Libel: Making defamatory […]
Posted on August 15, 2020 at 8:01 am by Gregory Brown
Generally speaking, defamation is an attack on one’s character or reputation. People frequently wonder if rumors, exaggerations, gossip or even falsehoods constitute defamation. The area of law generally involves “slander” (spoken) and “libel” (written). The distinction can be difficult to understand from a legal standpoint. If you have questions about defamation in general, please read […]
What Do I Have to Prove in a Defamation Claim?
Defamation | Posted on October 3, 2019 at 9:00 am by Gregory Brown
False negative statements that are made about you can affect your reputation. You could lose out on money and employment opportunities and face other damages if false statements are published about you. The publishing of false statements is referred to as defamation. You can file a civil lawsuit for defamation to recover compensation for losses […]

What Is the Difference between Libel and Slander?
Civil Litigation | Posted on May 15, 2019 at 9:00 am by Gregory Brown
If you own or operate a business, you will deal with complaints about the product or service you offer from time to time. It doesn’t matter how amazing your product is nor how excellent the service you offer may be. Complaints simply come with the territory. Sometimes, however, a complaint can rise to the level […]
What is Slander in California?
Defamation | Posted on September 15, 2015 at 5:00 pm by Gregory Brown
Statements that are made about you can have a major impact on your reputation. If those statements are true, then you will likely have to live with the consequences of the statements. However, if the statements are false, you may have the right to file a civil lawsuit against those who tarnished your reputation by spreading […]
Defamation & Personal Injury Articles
Posted on April 3, 2015 at 4:08 am by Gregory Brown
Defamation & Personal Injury Articles Physical & Financial Elder Abuse in California How Do I Value My Personal Injury Case? Defamation, Libel & Slander in California How Do I Deal With Online Harassment? Are Liability Release Forms Enforceable? Personal Injury Law in California What is Negligence in Personal Injury? Sports Participants & Assumption of the […]
Defamation | Posted on December 12, 2014 at 10:24 pm by Gregory Brown
What is Defamation? In California, a claim for defamation involves a false statement made by one person about another person, which causes harm to a person’s property, business, profession or occupation. Defamatory statements are typically made using two methods: (1) Slander: Making defamatory statements by a transitory (non-fixed) representation, usually an oral representation; or (2) […]
Posted on August 16, 2020 at 8:13 pm by Gregory Brown
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Posted on May 16, 2020 at 8:15 pm by Gregory Brown
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