"Defamatory statements" refer to false spoken or written remarks that harm a person's reputation or character, making them appear dishonest, immoral, or untrustworthy to others. Full definition
Christopher Dietz and his Washington, D.C. - based company, Dietz Development, filed suit in October against Jane Perez alleging that Perez made defamatory statements about Dietz on Yelp and Angie's List that harmed his reputation and business to the tune of $ 750,000. (entrepreneur.com)
Libel involves the making of defamatory statements in a printed or fixed medium, such as a magazine or newspaper.» (law.stackexchange.com)
In February 2008, a posting made by someone using the name «Ardor Realty Sucks» contained allegedly defamatory statements about Shiamili, accusing him of being racist and anti-Semitic. (nar.realtor)