Spoken Defamation: The Law of Slander

Slander, a form of defamation, involves making false statements that harm someone’s reputation.

Slander is a spoken defamation, as opposed to libel, which is written. To successfully sue for slander in Ontario, the plaintiff must prove the defamatory statement was made, that it referred to the plaintiff, was published to a third party, and caused damage to the plaintiff’s reputation. The statement must be false and not protected by privilege (e.g., statements made in court).

The remedies for slander can include monetary damages to compensate for the harm caused to the plaintiff’s reputation, and in some cases, an injunction to prevent further publication of the defamatory statements.

If you believe that you have been slandered, or if you are concerned about potential slander claims against you, schedule a consultation with Adam T. Higgins at the Cahill Firm today to develop your legal strategy.