What are the laws regarding Slander in Michigan?

Defamation in Michigan is defined as causing harm to a person or business' reputation by words communicated to a third party that are meant to degrade, humiliate, incite hatred or contempt toward a person or business. read more

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Most importantly, that the person broadcasting the statements can be proven to be aware that said statements are in fact untrue. In other words, opinions cannot be slander, because the person believes his opinions to be true. For example, saying, "This guy is a terrible worker." is not slander, no matter how untrue you think it is. read more

Defamation Defense in Michigan. Truth, opinion, and general reporting are valid defenses allowed by the state of Michigan in defamation, slander, and libel cases. However, the alleged defamatory statement must be proven to be a general fact if the truth defense is employed by the alleged defendant. read more