Why parents have every right to speak up about schools without fear of arrest or expulsion

Lately, we’ve heard from more and more parents being warned or even threatened for speaking out about what’s happening in their children’s schools. Whether it's a post on social media, a comment at a board meeting, or a conversation in a WhatsApp group, some schools seem to think they can control what parents say outside the school gates. Let’s be clear: they can’t and they shouldn’t.

What can OnlyFans creators do to keep themselves safe online?

If you're thinking about starting out on OnlyFans or a similar platform, it's worth taking a moment to consider the bigger picture to make sure you comply with the constant changing law and with the safety requirements on your platform.

UK speech law and AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more common in everyday life, it’s starting to have a real impact on how internet law operates. While AI can help keep the internet safer by catching harmful content, it also raises serious questions about free speech, privacy, copyright, and personal rights. When machines start deciding what we can or can’t say, we need to ask: who sets the rules, and what happens when they get it wrong?

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.

What to do if you receive a notification from the Honours Forfeiture Committee that your honour award might be forfeited

What is honour forfeiture?

Honours such as OBEs, CBEs, and knighthoods are awarded to individuals for outstanding achievements or service to the United Kingdom. However, under certain circumstances, these honours may be forfeited. The Forfeiture Committee, which operates under the Cabinet Office, is responsible for reviewing cases where it may be appropriate to remove an honour. This usually happens when the recipient has brought the honours system into disrepute.

Legal advice about social media from an expert social media lawyer

Reputational considerations before taking a case of unfair dismissal to an employment tribunal

Being unfairly dismissed from your job on false grounds can feel like a collapse of everything you’ve worked for. It can destroy not only your career and income but also your reputation, leaving you isolated and struggling to move forward. When you know the allegations are untrue, the natural response is to seek justice.

How companies can protect themselves from disgruntled employees

How to remove a publication of professional disciplinary hearing from Google

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

How to avoid being a victim of defamation by former employees and partners

How to remove fake reviews from TrustPilot

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

How to make a sensible decision whether to take legal action for libel

How to protect yourself against online defamation

Legal advice on business reputation

At Cohen Davis, we understand how important it is to protect your online business reputation. Your reputation is on the line every time you put something online and each time you interact with a customer or a client, and anything negative that is said about your business can spread like wildfire, damaging it beyond repair. In today's digital age, it's critical to have a solid online reputation management strategy in place to protect your business from these potentially devastating consequences.

Emergency injunctions

An emergency injunction is a legal order that can be issued by a court in order to protect someone from imminent harm. This type of injunction is typically used in cases of blackmail, harassment and breach of privacy where there is a clear and present danger to the victim.

Solicitors in online reputation due diligence

As businesses increasingly move towards an online presence, the importance of maintaining a positive reputation on the internet has become vital. This is especially true for those considering purchasing a business, as it is essential to have a clear understanding of the reputation and online presence of the company before making any commitments.

Why carry out reputational due diligence

Protect your investment: conduct due diligence

Avoid surprises: professional research of online reputation

Potential red flags: check websites

Monitor social media presence regularly

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How to remove news articles about your court case from the internet

How to take down negative articles from the internet

Online reputation attack legal advice

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 

Harassment of teenagers on social media and at school

How to deal with fraudulent review websites

How to respond to an online reputation attack

Why clients choose to work with Cohen Davis Solicitors

Does SEO work to clear bad online reputation

How to handle PR and reputation crisis

 Working together with your legal team to create effective online reputation strategies

Defamation against a company and defamation against directors

How to manage online reputation after false allegations

There are few things in life more frustrating than someone who is falsely accused, then goes through a criminal trial, found not guilty and then having to live for decades with news articles that highlight the false allegations. This case study shows how false allegations can strike like lightning, instantly darkening the clear skies of one's personal or professional reputation. This challenge is intensified by search algorithms that may unwittingly prioritise salacious or controversial content, further embedding damaging narratives.

Reputation and crisis management

Reputation crisis management has numerous aspects to it, such as technical, organisational, and legal. Managing the press, pre-empting painful allegations, minimising impact, dealing with customers’ needs, aligning the organisation, and handling related legal matters, require experience and skill, which our lawyers are on standby to offer.

Co-ordinated reputation crisis management

Strategised approach to reputation crisis management

Clear communication during and following a reputation crisis

Co-ordinated reputation crisis management

As expert social media lawyers for over 25 years,

How to choose a defamation lawyer