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Defamation can significantly impact a business, jeopardising its reputation and financial stability. It occurs when false statements are made about your business, causing harm to its reputation. These statements can be published in various forms, including online reviews, social media posts, and blogs. Addressing defamation is crucial as it can deter potential customers, investors, and partners. Businesses need to consider strategic responses to defamation, whether it's through direct action, legal remedies, or seeking professional advice to protect their reputation and ensure long-term success. Often defamation against a business will also have an element of personal defamation against those operating or directing it. 

Our experienced lawyers have been handling business defamation cases for over 20 years, offering unparalleled expertise and commitment. With a deep understanding of Internet law and a proven track record, our team is equipped to navigate the complexities of defamation and protect your business interests effectively.

Acting swiftly is essential when dealing with defamation. Contact us today for a consultation to understand your options and develop a strategy tailored to your needs. We offer a money-back guarantee on our initial consultations, ensuring you receive valuable and practical advice. Reach out now to protect your business from defamatory attacks and safeguard your reputation.

Defamation against a business

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Helping You Navigate Defamation Claims: Protecting Your Small Business and Reputation

Defamation can significantly impact your business, especially when you're working hard to build your reputation and client base. Small businesses, in particular, face unique challenges when it comes to defamation claims—whether the defamatory remarks target your company or you personally as a director or owner. Let’s explore how we assist our clients in navigating these challenges, particularly under the Defamation Act 2013, and help them overcome some of the legal hurdles they may face.

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Removing fake Trustpilot reviews

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Case study: Defamation on TrustPilot

This case study explores the growing mistrust in TrustPilot's review system due to its lack of transparency and potential biases. We examine a medical practice targeted by defamatory reviews, highlighting the challenges faced and the legal strategies used to combat them, while offering practical advice for businesses in similar situations.

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What to do if someone is defaming your business online

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What to do if a competitor is defaming your business online

It is getting progressively more challenging for legitimate businesses to protect their online reputation against illegitimate defamation posts. However, there is still plenty that every business can do to protect its online reputation from internet defamation.

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Can you sue for defamation over a defamatory job reference

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What to do if your former employer wrote a defamatory job reference

An employer’s reference can make or break a job candidate. A good reference can attest to a candidate’s skills and qualifications, while a bad reference can damage their chances of getting the job. If your former employer has provided a defamatory reference, there are a few things you can do.

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Protect Yourself from Defamatory Online Reviews By Ex-Employees

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Disgruntled employees pose severe risks to employers' reputations and businesses

Online defamation by former employees is a growing issue for organisations. It has become a rampant problem in the workplace and, unfortunately, many current or former employees abuse their positions by spreading false information and damaging reputations. While it can be difficult to control what others say about you online, there are steps you can take to protect yourself from this type of defamation.

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Company liability for defamation by employee

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Are companies liable for defamatory comments posted by employees?

In this case study, we examine the concept of vicarious liability in defamation, where employers can be held accountable for their employees' defamatory actions if these occur within the scope of employment. We focus on the legal precedents, particularly the case of Paul Britton and Origin Design, where an employee's misuse of company resources for defamation resulted in significant legal repercussions for both the individual and the company. This study highlights the conditions under which a company may be liable and provides strategies for businesses to protect themselves from similar reputational risks.

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Online defamation & business risk management

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A strategic approach to managing online defamation: A quick guide

Below, we have put together a simple guide just for you, designed to help you navigate the common challenges of online defamation. Whether you’re dealing with a tough review, false accusations, or harmful comments, this guide will walk you through the steps to assess the situation, explore your options, and develop a plan that works best for you. I’m here to offer practical advice and support to help you protect your reputation and move forward with confidence.

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