Can you lose an OBE for expressing political opinions?

Charlie Mullins' case offers a sobering insight into the risks now faced by individuals who dare to speak their minds in the public arena, particularly those who have been honoured for service to their community. What began as recognition for decades of hard work and life-changing impact has turned into a battle to preserve reputation, principle and free speech.

Libel on social media: Key takeaways from Paisley v Linehan

The High Court has delivered another significant ruling on online defamation in Paisley v Linehan, in which our firm, Cohen Davis, acted for the claimant, David Paisley.

What was the case of Paisley v Linehan about?

David Paisley, the claimant, took legal action against Graham Linehan over comments posted on Linehan’s Substack page. The case centred around three specific comments in response to an

Case study of defamatory, out of context news articles

When a newspaper article is taken out of context, it can be twisted to give a false and harmful impression. This might happen on purpose or by mistake, but either way, it can unfairly damage someone's reputation. It's important to respect the right of people to have their words and actions shown truthfully. If someone feels a report has misrepresented them in a defamatory way, they may be able to take legal action to correct

Cohen Davis win a criminal and a civil harassment and defamation case against web design company

In the UK, while defamation itself doesn't lead to criminal prosecution, certain circumstances surrounding a defamation incident might still involve the criminal courts.

How do you stop someone from defaming you?

This case demonstrates a typical social media defamation case where with prompt action and the right legal support a case that could have lasted for years, was brought to a satisfactory outcome very promptly.

How to remove a publication of professional disciplinary hearing from Google

Mitigating reputation damage for a Premier League director with expert legal support

Cohen Davis win a case of UN employee harassment and defamation

Cohen Davis win harassment and privacy case against school headmaster pornographer 

What to do if Google shows news articles about your not guilty trial

It’s hard to conceive a more unjust scenario than when Google displays links to articles about an individual who, after years of legal proceedings following an arrest, was ultimately found not guilty.

Does Google have to delist news articles where the defendant was found not

How victims of crime can remove news articles from the internet

What to do if your company has been a victim of electronic fraud

If your company has been a victim of electronic financial crime or a scam, it's imperative to act swiftly and decisively, as our client did in the following case study. Immediate action and expert guidance are crucial in mitigating the impact of the fraud and initiating the recovery process.

Cohen Davis win the longest known case of catfishing, against a Barclays Bank manager

How to remove fake reviews from TrustPilot

What are the options to remove a criminal record from Google

Cohen Davis win a defamation case against West Yorkshire Police

What matters most under English law of defamation, is the meaning attributed to a word, a sentence, or an article, by a reasonable reader, rather than the dictionary meaning of any word or phrase. It follows that under English law, defamation could be created by innuendo and a post could be defamatory even if it does not

Defamation on Twitter by an anonymous user

Legal help removing TikTok videos from the internet

Olivia sought legal help after her privacy was violated in a deceitful podcast, which led to a wave of online harassment. Our legal team stepped in and successfully got all the harmful content removed, ensuring her digital rights and dignity were upheld.

What to do if you're being harassed by a family member

Mark and his family faced severe, prolonged harassment from within the extended family, prompting a consultation to discuss their legal options of how to stop the disturbing behaviour.

How can an influencer stop long-term harassment campaign by someone who used to be a friend?

Adi and his family faced relentless online harassment from a former friend and reached out to Cohen Davis Solicitors who finally brought the harassment to an end through expert legal action.

What to do if you have been defamed by the police

You might be able to sue the police for defamation if a police officer who is investigating a case against you, had made public her view that the allegations are true.

Defamation by the Police

An email sent by the Police to a suspect’s employer was found to be defamatory because it implied that the suspect was guilty of a criminal offence.

Cohen Davis win defamation case against the Metropolitan police

The case of our client, Selvaratnam Suresh, demonstrates that the defence of absolute privilege cannot automatically apply to every claim of defamation against the police.

How to remove a cloned official Facebook account

Help in restoring your suspended or hacked Facebook and Instagram accounts

Reclaiming control over a suspended or hacked Facebook and Instagram account can be an uphill battle, as exemplified by our client's case, which mirrors the challenges encountered by countless individuals grappling with similar situations, highlighting the need for proactive strategies and legal expertise in navigating the complexities of account recovery.

Cohen Davis win an injunction in a transgender escort advertising case

Cohen Davis win the longest case of online harassment in the UK since the invention of the internet

A ground-breaking harassment case, following 13 years of troll's harassment, social media lawyer Yair Cohen helped Lindsey Goldrick Dean get her life back.

What is the difference between a fact, an opinion, and a statement in defamation cases

In a significant legal decision, our client, David Paisley, has been granted the right to pursue a defamation claim against Graham Linehan, a well-known television writer. This case revolves around defamatory publications made by Linehan on his Substack account. Additionally, the court's decision allows Paisley to pursue claims related to defamatory comments made by third parties under

Court orders Mel B to pay legal costs after failed non-molestation application against Stephen Belafonte

Our client, Stephen Belafonte, has filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife, Melanie Brown, widely known as Mel B of the Spice Girls. The complaint, filed in the Southern District of Florida, alleges that Brown falsely accused Belafonte of

Cohen Davis win an injunction in a blackmail case

In this blackmail injunction case, our client, who was subjected to blackmail was a US citizen who worked in the financial services industry and the entertainment business. He occasionally visited the UK for the purpose of his business. He was married and a father to a child.

Defamation including false allegations of sexual assault

In this libel defamation case, Yair Cohen and Filiz Kiani of Cohen Davis Solicitors represented Jack Aaronson, also known as Dominic Ford, owner of the platform JustforFans.com,  where he took Marcus Stones, popularly known as Mickey Taylor

What to do if you are falsely accused of rape

Cohen Davis win the first ever case of damages award for defamation and breach of data

How can a business defend itself against defamation online

What happens when a business is being defamed online? Can anything be done about it or free speech is king? The following case study gives some answers to these questions by considering a typical situation of online defamation which small and medium size business often face.

What is defamation by innuendo

Defamation by innuendo refers to misleading implications in statements that can subtly damage a person's reputation without making direct accusations. The vast and rapid spread of information online, coupled with a tendency for sensationalism, makes such indirect defamation particularly harmful on the internet. Essentially, it's like whispering rumors, but on a global scale, where insinuations can be mistaken for truths.

Case study on protecting personal information online as an influencer

Our client is a prominent fashion and luxury influencer boasting a substantial following of over 300,000+ on TikTok and 200,000+ on Instagram. Despite her notable success, she has unfortunately become the target of unwarranted attention, notably from users on the website Tattle.Life. This article will share light into how you can protect your personal information online as an influencer.

Being a victim of sexual blackmail

In this case study, we discuss the situation of our client Joanna, (not her real name) a married accountant with two teenage children who found herself being blackmailed for sex by an ex-lover, Ian (not his real name). Joanna approached our law firm seeking help, and within just three days, we were able to successfully resolve the matter and free her from her blackmailer.

What to do if a vigilante group posted videos about you online

The rise in vigilante groups, assuming police duties and leveraging the widespread use of internet videos, has led to people facing various online reputation problems. This article explores the urgency of seeking legal advice if you become a target of such a vigilante group.

Harassment on YouTube case

Harassment by blackmail case study

Case study about the removal of old adult movies from the internet 

In this case, our lawyers helped a mother remove a siginificant amount of adult content she had created, from the internet. She was also given the legal right to control the majority of the content, giving her the reasurance that no unlawfu films, featuring herself, would ever be re-uploaded to the internet.  

A successful case of ICO right to be forgotten appeal

Defamation by investor case where a shareholder was held liable for defaming a company

The case of removal of search results from Google worldwide 

Strategies and approaches for removing fake online reviews

In this case study, we explore the challenges faced by a small business suffering from defamatory online reviews and the strategic approach taken by a law firm to effectively remove fake online content. By examining the specific steps, legal tactics, and collaborative efforts employed, this article

What to do if your criminal case appears in the Google searches when you were not guilty

How to stop a UK harasser from harassing someone in another country

How to remove a defamatory fake reviews from TripAdvisor

Defamation against a company and defamation against directors

The first defamation injunction case in the UK against Google search results and blogs

What to do if someone is slandering your business on the internet

If you have recently suffered defamation by competitors or if someone is slandering your business, you might be able to do something about it but you will need to act fast.

How to overcome online defamation and restore your reputation

If you’re struggling to remove defamatory content posted about you online, or are seeking legal help regarding this issue, read the following case study to grasp how our firm cam help you.

How dental clinics can effectively deal with fake and defamatory online reviews

Insights from notable Digital Licensing cases

A right to be forgotten for lawyers, doctors and other professionals

The concept of the right to be forgotten allows individuals to request the removal of their personal information from online platforms under certain circumstances. This includes data which refers to criminal convictions. However, a lingering question remains: can a professional person, such as a doctor, a lawyer or an accountant, have a ...

Defamation during a demonstration

In this article, we look at a special case where a newspaper journalist from outside the UK is accused of defamation. Defamation means saying or writing something false about someone that harms their reputation. This case study shows how tricky it can be to take legal action in the UK against a newspaper that's based in another country. We'll talk about the different challenges, like dealing with

How to remove an old conviction from the internet