Defamation that causes long-term damage, particularly if it affects your career, social standing, or personal life, will result in higher damages than something short-term that might be forgotten within a year. The more severe and lasting the harm, the greater the compensation.
S. Shreya Singhal vs U.O.I on 24 March, 2015. Subramanian Swamy vs Union Of India, Min. Jeffrey J.Diermeier & Anr vs State Of West Bengal & Anr on 14 May, 2010. Balraj Khanna & Ors vs Moti Ram on 22 April, 1971. Melepurath Sankunni Ezhuthassan vs Thekittil Gopalankutty Nair on 29 November, 1985.
For example, if someone spreads a false rumor about a person's professional conduct that leads to job loss or social stigma, it qualifies as defamation. Another example could be a newspaper publishing false claims about a celebrity's behavior that results in loss of endorsements.
Signs, gestures, photographs, pictures can also give rise to a claim in defamation. The difference between claims for libel and claims for slander is what a claimant must prove to succeed.
A defamation case arises when a person or organisation believes their reputation has been damaged by a statement or publication and they take legal action against the person responsible - known as "suing for defamation".
Johnny Depp vs. This case between movie star Johnny Depp and his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard, was one of the most publicized defamation cases in recent times. The defendant, Ms. Heard, published an article in the Washington Post that insinuated that her ex-husband, Depp, had been violent towards her.
What should you include in a message to someone who got fired? Communicate that you are available to listen. Provide emotional support. Remind them that there are other possibilities. Avoid pressuring them to figure out their next step. Offer your assistance. Continue to be there for them.
One way to answer is to offer a brief and factual description of the events that lead to the termination without pointing fingers or complaining. It is best to avoid blaming others as well. Indicate what went wrong and show that you have learnt from your mistakes and this won't happen again.
Remain professional You may want to tell your employer how you really feel, but it's probably best to refrain from doing so. When you learn the news, try to remain polite and professional. Continue to treat your coworkers with respect, as it's likely that they have little to do with your termination anyway.
Take legal action If a former employee is spreading false information that is exceptionally and provably false, then legal recourse may be the best option. However, simple “badmouthing” may need a softer approach, at least at first.