vha defamation of character
Defamation Definition. Defamation is the act of defaming. It is also called defamation of character. The terms mean harm to the character or reputation of someone, directly caused by the false statement or act of another. Spoken defamation is slander; written is libel. Defamation â slander or libel â related to the workplace and employment typically takes the form of harm to the character, reputation or career of a former or current employee, directly caused by the false statement or act of an employer representative.