Legal advice about social media from an expert social media lawyer

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

Our lawyers answer questions about defamation law in the UK

Below are some of the most common questions clients have asked us concerning defamation law in the UK. Remember, the intricacies of defamation law can be complex, and anyone dealing with such issues should seek advice from a legal professional who is familiar with the facts of their specific case to understand their rights and potential actions fully.

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 protect employers from online defamation by former employees

The issue of online defamation by ex-employees has become increasingly troubling for organisations. Because managing online narratives can be challenging, you should do whatever you can to safeguard your organisation against defamation by former employees.

Defamation on Twitter by an anonymous user

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

Sending a pre-action protocol letter following a defamatory publication online 

What to do if you are falsely accused of rape

Suing for defamation after being cancelled

What to do when a user posts defamatory content about you on social media

It's no secret that social media can be a breeding ground for defamatory content. Whether it's an ex-partner airing your dirty laundry, or a disgruntled employee badmouthing your company, this type of content can have a major impact on your reputation.

We work relentlessly to shield our clients from internet defamation

Each day, we help our clients defend against defamation on the internet. Fighting online defamation is one of the core areas of our law firms. Every day, we help our clients defend against online defamation and other types of digital attacks. We understand how important a business’s online reputation can be, and that's why we strive to help protect it.

Celebrity harassment on the internet

In today's digital age, the internet has become the go-to platform for celebrities to use for self-promotion. Celebrities use the internet to share their work and show off their accomplishments. But what happens when someone takes advantage of the celebrity's online presence to spread negative content?

Removal of a defamatory video from the internet

What to do if you are falsely accused of rape on social media

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

Defamation solicitors with focus on internet and social media law

Defamation against a company and defamation against directors

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

What is Section 13 of the Defamation Act 2013

How to choose a defamation lawyer