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Defamation, libel & slander claims
Our defamation claims solicitors possess extensive expertise in this specialist area of law and are recognised both locally and nationally for their exceptional track record.
We have successfully represented both claimants and defendants in a wide range of defamation cases, helping to restore and protect reputations with results that have received national media coverage.
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What is defamation?
The level to be awarded will depend upon many factors however the main ones are:-
(a) The seriousness of the defamatory statement.
(b) The size of the circulation of the statement.
(c) The financial harm caused by the statement to you.
(d) The extent and nature of any damage to your reputation.
(e) The conduct of the defendant.
Our cases
Examples of our recent work include:
- Acting for a plc director claiming in respect of widespread allegations of serious misconduct in office.
- Acting for an aviation company in regard to incorrect allegation it was in financial difficulties.
- Acting for prominent members of a nationally recognised charity to claim against publications alleging serious misconduct.
- Acting for a local politician concerning allegation of misconduct in that office
- Acting for a financial profession concerning allegations of dishonesty and misconduct in dealings with clients
- Acting for an education professional concerning allegations of unfitness in office looking after children
- Acting for a company concerning a widespread internet campaign against it.
- Acting for a publisher of alleged defamatory material in a press release
- Acting for a media body in a defamation claim by an individual concerning recent publication.
FAQs
- What is Defamation?
- What is an Injunction?
- Who will cover the costs?
- Can the court order an apology?
- What do you need to succeed with a claim?
- Is the statement defamatory?
- Does the defamatory statement identify you?
- Has the defamatory material been published by the defendant?
- What are the two types of privilege?
Nathan Talbott
Nathan is head of our tax and commercial litigation teams, dealing with a wide range of commercial and contractual disputes.
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