Defamation & Reputation Articles and News
Defamation is the umbrella term which covers both libel and slander. When you are defamed, harm is caused to your reputation. If that harm is serious, and depending upon the context in which the untrue words have been published about you, it is possible that you could bring a claim for compensation and an injunction. Defamation claims are only dealt with by the Queen's Bench Division of the High Court. They are generally very complex and technical, and expert assistance is required to deal with defamation matters effectively.
There are two types of defamation, libel and slander. Libel is untrue statements which are made in a permanent form, usually in writing. Slander refers to untrue statements which are made in a non permanent form, usually by being spoken. Defamation of character can have far reaching consequences. You could fall out with friends and family, you could be shunned from clubs or societies that you are a member of, and in extreme circumstances, you could lose your job. Restoring your reputation involves making technically challenging allegations to your opponents and then potentially bringing a claim in court. The complexity of this type of case, and the short period of time that you have to bring a claim, means that it is advisable to speak to a lawyer as quickly as possible if you have suffered defamation of your character. We have a team of expert lawyers who can assist you with this type of case.
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If private photos of you become public, the damage caused to you can be very serious - find out how you can claim compensation.17/11/2023
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If someone has been spreading lies about you, what legal action can you to take?09/11/2023
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A Sainsbury's security guard called a shopper a thief, which has led to slander proceedings being issued.30/10/2023
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Fake and malicious online reviews can cause havoc for a business, particularly when they are published anonymously. But action can be taken.04/10/2023
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Gabby Logan and her husband have successfully sued Mail Online, an accountant who provided an untrue quote to them, and the editor of The Sun.18/09/2023
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With innocent BBC presenters being called paedophiles online, was the right balance struck for Huw Edwards' privacy in this matter?04/09/2023
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In a case brought by E Jean Carroll, Donald Trump has been found guilty of malicious falsehood - will a defamation claim follow?27/07/2023
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A large libel claim against Australian newspapers will be appealed after a soldier lost his initial libel claim.21/07/2023
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In the wake of the news reports concerning Huw Edwards, how does the law deal with competing rights to privacy and the right of the public to know certain information?12/07/2023
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The Times has been ordered to pay substantial damages and costs to a barrister who was libelled by The Times newspaper.07/07/2023
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Proposals to tackle SLAPPs have been in the news, but what will the impact of new legislation on lawyers and litigants be?16/06/2023
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Prince Harry's high profile claim against tabloid newspapers for phone hacking highlights these types of claims again15/06/2023