Bellevue is a city in Blaine County in the central part of the U.S. state of Idaho. The population was 1,876 at the 2000 census. It is located in the Wood River Valley, about 18 miles (29 km) south of the resort area of Ketchum and Sun Valley. The town of Hailey and the airport are a few miles north of Bellevue. The elevation of Bellevue is 5170 feet (1575 m) above sea level. The Big Wood River flows near downtown.

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In Bellevue Idaho

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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 Idaho

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