Slander of title is a false and malicious statement made in disparagement of a person’s title to property that causes the property owner special damages (losses). It is a tort action with stringent pleading and proof requirements.

In a slander of title action the plaintiff must prove that the defendant made a false and malicious statement, disparaging property in which the plaintiff holds an interest, and causing special damages.

In states that recognize a slander of title claim or cause of action, some courts have held that a plaintiff who sues for slander of title must plead and prove the loss of a specific sale—and that a plaintiff who does not meet these pleading requirements may not recover damages.

In Pennsylvania, slander of title is recognized as a cause of action. It occurs when an individual makes a false and malicious statement that disparages someone else's title to property, resulting in special damages to the property owner. To succeed in a slander of title claim in Pennsylvania, the plaintiff must establish that the defendant made a false statement with malice, that the statement was in disparagement of the plaintiff's property interest, and that it caused the plaintiff to suffer specific financial losses. Pennsylvania courts may require the plaintiff to demonstrate the loss of a particular sale or transaction as a result of the slanderous statement to satisfy the special damages requirement. The burden of proof is on the plaintiff to meet these stringent requirements to prevail in a slander of title action.