Sturgeon Lake is a city in Pine County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 347 at the 2000 census. Interstate 35, County Road 46, and County 61 (Main Street) are three of the main routes in the community.

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In Sturgeon Lake Minnesota

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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 Minnesota

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