Special harm need not be shown in the case of slander.

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In most cases of slander (a form of defamation that is spoken), the plaintiff must prove special harm, which means they must show that the slanderous statement caused them to suffer a specific, tangible loss, such as losing a job or being refused service. However, there are exceptions for slander per se, where the statements are so inherently damaging that special harm does not need to be proven.

Special Harm Need Not Be Shown in the Case of Slander