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    slander
    /ˈslɑːndə/

    noun

    • 1. the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation: "he is suing the TV company for slander"

    verb

    • 1. make false and damaging statements about (someone): "they were accused of slandering the head of state"

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  2. jcplaw.com.sg › defamation-slanderGuide To Defamation & Slander Laws In Singapore - JCP Law LLC

    Sep 22, 2022 · Learn the difference between libel and slander, the elements of defamation, the defences and remedies for defamation in Singapore. Find out when and how to consult a lawyer for legal advice on defamation matters.

  3. irblaw.com.sg › learning-centre › defamation-slander-actLaws Surrounding Defamation & Slander - IRB Law Singapore

    • Justification. In a court trial for defamation, the defendant (offender) may defend himself by proving the statement he made is true in substance and in fact.
    • Fair Comment. It is an expression of opinion according to true facts that are fair and relates to a matter of public interest. In order to succeed in this defence, the defendant must establish the matters below
    • Privilege. There are two (2) types of privilege i.e. absolute and qualified privilege. Absolute privilege cannot be defeated by the plaintiff’s proof that the defendant’s statements were motivated by malice.
    • Innocent dissemination. The intermediate person did not know the publication was defamatory. This defence is normally available to intermediaries such as retail vendors, libraries and delivery agents.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSLANDER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    SLANDER definition: 1. a false spoken statement about someone that damages their reputation, or the making of such a…. Learn more.

  5. singaporefamilylawyers.com.sg › defamation-slanderDefamation and Slander Laws in Singapore

    Learn the difference between libel and slander, the elements of a successful defamation claim, the defences and damages available, and the exceptions and limitations of defamation laws in Singapore.

  6. www.forbes.com › advisor › legalLibel Vs. Slander: What’s The Difference? – Forbes Advisor

    May 10, 2024 · Learn the key differences between libel and slander, two types of defamation claims based on false statements that harm reputation. Find out how to prove fault, damages and defenses for each type of claim.

  7. legaldictionary.net › slanderSlander - Definition, Examples, Cases, Processes - Legal...

    Jan 1, 2016 · Slander is a false, oral statement that harms another person's reputation or standing in the community. Learn the elements of slander, how to prove it, and the difference between slander and libel.

  8. www.legalzoom.com › articles › differences-between-defamationDifferences between defamation, slander, and libel | LegalZoom

    Feb 3, 2023 · Libel and slander are both types of defamation. Libel is an untrue defamatory statement that is made in writing. Slander is an untrue defamatory statement that is spoken orally. The difference between defamation and slander is that a defamatory statement can be made in any medium.

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