Defamation Lawyers, Sydney
Our defamation lawyers help you handle cases where your reputation was lowered or where you are wrongfully accused of disparaging someone by email, article, report, broadcast or social media post.
The purpose of defamation is not only to set right your reputation but also to provide consolation for the injury by awarding damages.
Defamation law concerns the striking of a balance between free speech, and the right to have your reputation protected.
Potential Scenarios - Libel, Slander and Defamation Disputes
Defamation Disputes About: -
- Removal of content from social media i.e. internet defamation.
- Requesting an apology for the publication of a defamatory matter.
- Whether something more than an apology is needed e.g. damages.
- The role of the Defamation Act 2005 (NSW) including the removal of the distinction between libel and slander etc.
Our Defamation Lawyers Help You
- Know whether or not you have standing to sue.
- Try and identify the defendant where a pseudonym was used to publish the offensive material.
- Understand the elements of defamation.
- Determine whether the "disparaging material" conveys defamatory imputations and if that would cause the community to think less of you.
- Consider the limitation periods that apply to your defamation case.
- Think about the likely defences that may apply to a claim for defamation.
- Look at other types of relief that may apply under the legislation or common law including statutory causes of action such as misleading and deceptive conduct.
- Work out ways to remove the defamatory publication (if possible) and ask for an apology (if applicable).
- Prepare a "concerns notice" or respond to one.