Defamation

You’ve worked hard for many years to establish your company and build its reputation. For the most part, you’ve had glowing reviews and repeat customers.  Unfortunately, in a minority of cases, you have received negative feedback. Some of this has been down to genuine...

When someone files for divorce, they may become very antagonistic toward their spouse. People often don't want to consider their own contributions to the failure of their marriage and instead want to blame everything on their soon-to-be ex. Sometimes, a person who...

There was a time when all publications were recorded in print. Today, the internet has provided a platform for anyone to post essentially anything, at any time of the day. While there are numerous benefits to this, there are also potential drawbacks.  Sadly, not...

We live in an age where the denizens of the internet can be quick to react – and a business that falls on the wrong side of someone’s sensibilities can find itself “canceled” through strings of negative reviews from online social justice warriors. Can a business fight...

Whether you’re a business owner or a professional in your field, your reputation is extremely important to you. Word of mouth is a powerful force, and it only takes one bad review to cause you harm. You’re willing to hold your hands up if you make a mistake, but false...

Defamation was always a problem for individuals or business owners. People who held a grudge against them or didn't agree with them for some reason could spread lies and untrue accusations. These could move through the local community, through the grapevine, and harm...

You decided to leave a toxic work environment for new job opportunities. There have been several interviews but no job offers. Someone brings to your attention that your former boss is badmouthing you to potential employers. Is a bad reference grounds for a defamation...

It is just another Wednesday at work until your supervisor pulls you into the office. They've had an anonymous complaint that you have engaged in inappropriate relationships with your co-workers or used company resources to conduct a private relationship. Eventually,...

Defamation can have a serious impact on your reputation. As a business owner or a professional, this damage to your reputation can really cost you. You may not be able to land jobs, find clients or make connections with other people in your industry. This has always...

When something goes wrong with a patient’s health, there is a risk that they could file a medical malpractice case. Sometimes, those cases have no real basis, but the patient or their family may spread harmful rumors about the care you provided. Defamation can be...