According to the Court Service in Ireland, the number of defamation cases has risen sharply in recent years, and it is believed that social media may be a significant factor in this increase.
Whereas traditional media typically involves some checks and balances prior to publication, social media allows individuals to place unchecked comments with great ease, at any time. Unfortunately, such comments, if defamatory, can render that individual’s good reputation, which has taken years to earn, seriously damaged.
Our Defamation Expertise
We are leading experts in defamation law, and over the past 35+ years, have successfully advised clients in many High Court defamation actions for both plaintiffs and defendants.
We can assist victims of defamation in obtaining apologies, retractions and compensation for damages. In recent years we have developed a strong legal skillset in the resolution of defamation involving the publication of content or comments on:
YouTube, or any other public digital video platform
Social media including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Google+, Pinterest, Reddit, Tumblr, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger
Media and news websites
Other website content
Blogs and vlogs
Online review sites (e.g. Glassdoor, TripAdvisor)
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