Defamation of character, also referred to as defamation, arises when a false statement is made that hurts another person’s reputation. The individual that has suffered the defamatory statement can file a defamation of character lawsuit against the person that made the statement.

Irreparable harm is harm that would not be adequately compensated by monetary damages or an award of damages that cannot be provided with adequate compensation months later. It is a requirement for the issuance of preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order.