How Do You Gather Evidence For A Slander Case?
Slander occurs when a defamatory statement is verbally made regarding a person (to at least a third person) and causes injury to that person’s reputation. If you believe that you have been a victim of slander, you may find that at some point you will want to file a case against the person who defamed you. At that point, you will want to gather all pertinent evidence in support of your case in a systematic manner so that you can present yourself in the best light. Develop a plan of action with an attorney well acquainted with first amendment free speech issues and tort law. You should have a compete understanding of what will be expected of you and your opponent during the entire legal process. Utilize Findlaw’s Intake Form with your attorney in order to make a determination on the merits of your case (see Resources below). Gather together a comprehensive package of evidence that offers the judicial decision maker enough information to make a proper judgment regarding your case. The bet
