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Defamation, libel & slander claims solicitors

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  • 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?
  • What defines if a statement is 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

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Nathan is head of our tax and commercial litigation teams, dealing with a wide range of commercial and contractual disputes.

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