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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Judith Thompson
Samuels has successfully recovered damages for local woman harassed by Devon & Cornwall police officer. -
Judith Thompson
In the first case of its kind, a woman has been awarded damages of £100k after her private images were shared without her consent. -
Judith Thompson
A law firm is suing the online platform for defamation, following the publication of a series of reviews from a disgruntled client. -
Judith Thompson
A judge in libel proceedings highlights how important it is to choose the right defendant and bring a claim correctly from the start. -
Donna Smith
Breach of privacy, misuse of private information and defamation claims can all potentially be brought by victims of deepfake pornography. -
Judith Thompson
A watered down version of the Bill has caused concern amongst professionals who help victims of online abuse. -
Donna Smith
Notorious conspiracy theorist has lost another libel claim, this time being ordered to pay nearly $1 billion to his victims. -
An allegation of bribery has led to a large claim being issued in the USA for libel damages. -
Judith Thompson
Sharing intimate images of someone without their consent can lead to criminal prosecution as well as awards of damages. -
Judith Thompson
The Kardashians will pay nothing to Blac Chyna following the outcome of a libel claim in the USA. -
Judith Thompson
If you are the victim of revenge porn and images have been shared without your consent, what can you do? -
Judith Thompson
The disastrous conclusion of Johnny Depp's English libel case has seen the resurrection of his suit against Amber Heard in the USA.
