New Harbor is a small coastal village in the town of Bristol, in Lincoln County, Maine, United States. It is the home of Pemaquid Lighthouse. The town's lobster fisherman and "Back Cove" were featured on an episode of the Discovery Channel's "Sunrise Earth".

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In New Harbor Maine

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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 Maine

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