If your reputation has been harmed by false public statements, you may have rights. If you have been subject to ridicule due to incorrect reports made in public, you should seek assistance. Libel and slander refer to the situation where false comments or assertions injure or defame someone's reputation.

The difference between libel and slander is simple. Slander occurs when the false statements are made verbally (such as in person or over the radio or television). Libel occurs when the false statements are fixed in writing (such as in the newspaper, on a poster, or even on a cd).

Below are examples of what types of untrue statements may constitute libel or slander.

Statements that:
a. Suggest you are dishonest, corrupt, or untrustworthy
b. Suggest you are in debt when you are not,
c. Suggest you are mentally ill
d. Suggest you are immoral
e. State that you intended, attempted, or actually committed a crime
f. Harm you professionally, or injure your business or occupation
g. Expose you to ridicule, hatred, or contempt

These are possible situations where a false statement may allow for recovery under a claim of libel or slander.

False statements:
a. Spoken in public
b. Made by gestures or sign language
c. Written on a sign posted in public
d. Shown in a picture
e. Written in the paper
f. Recorded onto a DVD, CD, videotape, or MP3 Player
g. Broadcasted on television
h. Broadcasted on the radio
i. Posted or shared on the internet

People should be held accountable when their verbal or written lies harm others. Your reputation is important and people are not allowed to make false statements that hurt it. If this has happened to you, Cole and Hodges may be able to help.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS HAD THEIR REPUTATION INJURED BY LIBEL OR SLANDER CONTACT US ONLINE OR CALL US AT (888) 539-3110 TO SET UP A FREE CONSULTATION.