Rustburg is a census-designated place (CDP) in Campbell County, Virginia, United States. The population was 1,271 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Campbell County. Rustburg is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. The public high school in Rustburg is Rustburg High School. The public primary and elementary schools are Rustburg Middle School, Rustburg Elementary School, Yellow Branch Elementary School, Fray Educational Center, and Campbell County Technical Center.

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In Rustburg Virginia

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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 Virginia

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