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
A House of Lords debate on the new Data Protection Bill has highlighted this thorny issue. -
A recent case highlights the difficulties with these claims, but offers an alternative way to clear your name.
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Judith Thompson
A recent Swiss case found that liking a harmful comment posted by someone else was defamatory. Could this happen here? -
Judith Thompson
A Solicitor working in house for Blackpool Football Club has brought a successful claim for libel against a fan who posted an untrue comment about him online. -
Judith Thompson
Candidates make all sorts of statements about their opponents in the run up to an election. But what if those statements are untrue? -
Judith Thompson
A claim by papers to persuade the Supreme Court to get rid of no win no fee for libel claims has failed. -
Judith Thompson
A recently settled case could have set a new high in damages for libel in the English Courts. -
Judith Thompson
This important decision on the meaning of "serious harm" in libel claims could be subject to appeal. Read on to find out more. -
Judith Thompson
The time limits can be very tight, and so if you think you have a claim for libel or slander, you need to act quickly. -
Judith Thompson
A grilling from the Home Affairs Select Committee has focused on social media platforms' poor response to customer complaints, and the advertising revenue gained from offensive material. -
Judith Thompson
High Court Considers the meaning of Serious Harm in Defamation case, which will assist others bringing cases about defamation on social media. -
Judith Thompson
Samuels Solicitors have successfully recovered significant damages for a client wrongly accused of being a paedophile. Read on to find out more.