The spoken defamation of character is known as slander. When someone speaks about you to a third person or persons and defames you character, then that person can be sued for slander. Victims of slander can file a personal injury claim. Seek the advice of an experienced personal injury lawyer.
Victims of slander can seek compensation for the damages and loss suffered because of the slander. There must be sufficient evidence to support the claim for damages. The victim must demonstrate the slander and the damages and losses suffered as a result of the slander. In a lawsuit seeking compensation for slander, the victim must demonstrate is that the statements of the defendant or defendants are incorrect or false. The statements may be oral or written. The victim must demonstrate the lack of any element of truth in the statements. All this will require the services of an expert – an experienced personal injury lawyer.