Defamation occurs when someone makes a false statement presented as fact that harms another person’s reputation.
In Michigan, defamation generally includes two forms:
- Libel – written or published false statements
- Slander – spoken false statements
To prove defamation, a plaintiff typically must show:
- A false statement about them
- Communication of that statement to others
- Harm to reputation
- Fault by the person making the statement
Certain statements—such as false accusations of criminal activity or professional misconduct—may be considered especially damaging.
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