Remember, defamation involves the communication of a false and defamatory assertion of fact about you to one or more other people that harms your reputation.
One of the key elements of defamation is what is called “publication”. Publication means that the wrongdoer made, directed, or took part in a communication conveyed to a third party or parties.
So, if the wrongdoer tells a damaging lie about you to you alone, that is not enough to constitute “publication”. That lie must be communicated to at least one other person.
The other key elements of defamation include:
- Defamatory assertion of fact or implication of fact
- Of and concerning
- Truth/falsity
- Fault
- Reputational harm
Stay Tuned To Learn More About These Key Elements of Defamation
Defamation is a fascinating but complex area of the law. Stay tuned for more content to learn more about these key elements of defamation.
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