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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Damages for defamation can vary wildly depending on the country where the case is heard. What can you expect? -
Judith Thompson
Newspapers can make mistakes, no more so than when printing photos - have you been affected? -
Judith Thompson
A long running case was brought anonymously against Google, but that is about to change. -
Judith Thompson
Google are being sued in Australia by a man whose image appeared in a search for criminals. -
Judith Thompson
A High Court decision last week sets a new precedent in right to be forgotten cases. -
Judith Thompson
Is it really in the public interest to publicise spent convictions online? -
Judith Thompson
Recent case highlights why it's important to settle cases when you can. -
Judith Thompson
A master class in how to bring a swift defamation claim, has been provided by Jeremy Corbyn. -
Judith Thompson
A BBC article today provides useful advice about how to tackle this upsetting and sensitive issue. -
Judith Thompson
The late acceptance of an offer had costs consequences for a libel claimant. -
Judith Thompson
When you search for your name online, do unwanted results appear? If you want to tidy up your online profile, find out how we can help. -
Judith Thompson
The right to be forgotten has helped thousands of people get unwanted search results removed from the Internet.
