Headland is a city in Henry County, Alabama, United States. It is part of the Dothan, Alabama Metropolitan Statistical Area. At the 2000 census the population was 3,523. The city is one of the fastest growing in Alabama, and the fastest growing in Southern Alabama. Rueben Shelley is the current mayor.

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In Headland Alabama

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What is defamation libel and slander law?

Defamation is any statement, whether written or oral, that injures the good name or reputation of another person. For a statement to be defamatory, it must not be true.

A defamation designed to be read is libel. Libel also may include harmful statements in a fixed medium, especially writing but also a picture, sign, or electronic broadcast.

An oral defamation is slander. Slander is a harmful statement in a transitory form, especially speech.

Answers to defamation libel and slander law issues in Alabama

The term defamation refers to a false statement made about someone or some organization that is damaging to their...