Libel

Libel is a form of defamation that involves making false statements of fact about a person or entity in a written, published, or broadcast form — including videos, blog posts, and social media content — that damages their reputation. For content creators, libel risk arises in commentary, criticism, and investigative content where factual claims about real people or organizations are made. The key elements of libel are that the statement must be false, published to a third party, and cause actual harm. Truth is an absolute defense against libel claims. Creators should clearly distinguish between factual claims and opinions, and verify facts before publishing.