Defamation
Building a good reputation for your business and then maintaining it can be difficult, especially given the immense proportion of society being on social media where everything is shared online, from good feedback to sometimes defamatory comments.
Is it Libel or Slander?
Confusion often arises as to whether the defamatory comment is considered as libel or slander. The key difference is that defamation under libel is a permanent form of defamation that could be published on the internet or in a magazine, wheras slander usually occurs in a verbal context.
Libel is often far more serious and could lead to detrimental consequences for a company as it is available for the wider public to view.
If your company has fallen victim to defamation, we can assist you with:
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Advising you on the prospects of success of your potential claim
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Seeking compensation for any losses caused
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Organising mediation between the parties
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Drafting an application for an urgent injunction against the perpetrator.
Please note that the above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of areas that our lawyers deal with nor is the information above intended to substitute legal advice. You should always consult with a solicitor directly. Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the Dispute Resolution team here at Lawson-West Solicitors.
