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Defamation Law
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What is Defamation?
Suppose someone communicated a false statement or implication about you to a third party, and the falsehood hurt your personal or professional reputation or finances. In that case, you may have a valid defamation claim. Under defamation law, whoever communicated the false statement may have to pay you for the damage you suffered.
Types of Defamation
Libel and slander are the two forms of defamation that hurt people professionally or damage their personal character. Libel is a written statement, while slander is spoken. For example, lies published in a newspaper would be libel. But a person telling others a false rumor about you during a business meeting is slander.
Compensation for Defamation
If you can show someone’s lies harmed your reputation and financial well-being, you can demand compensation. This can include compensatory and punitive damages to reimburse you for your expenses, losses, and harm, like lost business opportunities, as well as to punish the wrongdoer in some circumstances.
Are You a Public Figure?
The standard for defamation differs slightly depending on whether you’re a private person—or a public figure.
Private figures only have to prove the other person was negligent (knew or should have known) the information wasn’t accurate but passed it on carelessly. Public figures must prove the other person told a lie maliciously.
The bar for defamation is higher for those in the public eye and applies to politicians, local leaders, and others.
Defamation Per Se
Some statements are considered so damaging they are considered defamation per se. For example, you establish slander per se if you can show someone falsely and maliciously insinuated or said you:
- Have certain diseases;
- Engaged in criminal activity; or
- Acted in a way unbecoming to your profession.
- Participated in inappropriate sexual conduct.
Don't Hide When the Truth is On Your Side.
You worked hard to establish yourself and build a life around your reputation. When falsehoods, fabrications, or blatant lies threaten all of that, it can feel like your options are limited.
But you are allowed to defend yourself, your business, and your character through a defamation claim. Whether you want to bring a defamation claim against another party or defend against one, we can help you.
Work with a Defamation Lawyer
Pursue the truth, reclaim your good name & recover from the harm.
Protecting your reputation from lies and false claims is critical to your standing and business. With experience representing individuals affected by hurtful untruths across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas, we understand defamation law from every angle—whether you’ve been defamed or accused of defaming others.
We will investigate and gather evidence regarding the possible libel or slander. We’ll review what was said or written, interview witnesses, and as experienced attorneys, know what makes for a compelling defamation case. Whether pursuing justice for reputational harm or defending against unfounded allegations, we’ll guide you through the legal process with clarity and strategic advocacy.
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Once you complete our online form, our team will be in touch to have a detailed, productive discussion about your defamation issue. The fee for the initial consultation is $400.