Ragland is an unincorporated area just outside of the town of Delbarton on the Mingo and Logan County border in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Ragland is home to the Coal Mac Mining Complex and the Ragland Church of Christ.

Defamation Libel And Slander Law Lawyers In Ragland West 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 West Virginia

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