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
Actor turned "politician" Laurence Fox has been ordered to pay two claimants £90k each, after calling them paedophiles online.25/04/2024 -
Judith Thompson
Andrew Bridgen sues Matt Hancock for libel in relation to statements made on Twitter.28/03/2024 -
Judith Thompson
The Times has agreed to pay a substantial sum in damages to a solicitor who it defamed in an article.21/12/2023 -
Donna Smith
Judge finds The Mirror is entitled to its opinion that Dyson is a hypocrite who screwed the country.13/12/2023 -
Judith Thompson
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 -
Judith Thompson
If someone has been spreading lies about you, what legal action can you to take?09/11/2023 -
A Sainsbury's security guard called a shopper a thief, which has led to slander proceedings being issued.30/10/2023 -
Judith Thompson
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 -
Judith Thompson
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 -
Judith Thompson
With innocent BBC presenters being called paedophiles online, was the right balance struck for Huw Edwards' privacy in this matter?04/09/2023 -
Judith Thompson
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 -
Matthew Howe
A large libel claim against Australian newspapers will be appealed after a soldier lost his initial libel claim.21/07/2023