In the age of digital connectivity, our lives are intricately woven into the fabric of the internet. This connectivity brings about unprecedented opportunities for communication but also exposes us to vulnerabilities...more
Freedom of the press is a crucial component of the First Amendment of the Constitution and our society as a whole. While most media entities take the protections provided by the First Amendment seriously and do an excellent...more
What Is Defamation Per Se?
An integral component of any defamation claim – whether slander or libel – is pleading and proving that the false and defamatory statement has caused harm. The plaintiff’s burden of...more
In a world where information travels at the speed of a click, protecting your reputation is more important than ever. When false and defamatory content is published online, it can rapidly spread to thousands of people in a...more
Incidents of defamation and online harassment have become increasingly prevalent as society relies more and more on the internet to communicate and share information. The increased use of social media to connect, in both...more
While litigation can be an effective way of obtaining relief, there are a number of factors to consider before filing a lawsuit – both legal and practical. Typically, a good place to start is determining whether the facts and...more
Damages are an element to proving almost any civil claim, but is an essential element to all defamation and privacy claims. For those who have experienced online defamation and online harassment, it may seem obvious that you...more