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 claim by papers to persuade the Supreme Court to get rid of no win no fee for libel claims has failed.18/04/2017 -
Judith Thompson
A recently settled case could have set a new high in damages for libel in the English Courts.13/04/2017 -
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.21/03/2017 -
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.20/03/2017 -
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.15/03/2017 -
Judith Thompson
High Court Considers the meaning of Serious Harm in Defamation case, which will assist others bringing cases about defamation on social media.14/03/2017 -
Judith Thompson
Samuels Solicitors have successfully recovered significant damages for a client wrongly accused of being a paedophile. Read on to find out more.18/01/2017 -
Judith Thompson
We have helped a client break the link between his name and an outdated Google search result, which was impacting upon his life. Can we help you?18/11/2016 -
Judith Thompson
If you have been the victim of libel or slander, read on to see how we can help.10/11/2016 -
Judith Thompson
The defence of Public Interest has been used successfully for the first time in a defamation case involving rape.03/08/2016 -
Judith Thompson
Conditional "no win no fee" agreements for defamation, libel and slander are proving more popular than ever.05/07/2016 -
Judith Thompson
Who will win the battle between France and Google over the right to be forgotten and will it apply to you?20/05/2016