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A war of words and whiskey: Lobov v McGregor’s lessons for business on injunctions and social media
A recent dispute between two former MMA champions provides a useful lesson on the limitations of seeking injunctions during a war of words on social media.
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More than a SLAPP on the wrist: are the days of using legal teams to silence critics numbered?
What effect might public awareness and criticism of strategic lawsuits have on businesses? We explore what a SLAPP is, and why its use is becoming more controversia…
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How start-ups can build brand reputation
The profitability of a company can hinge on its reputation. We explore what steps start-ups can take to build theirs, without paying vast sums for PR.
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The Defamation Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 – a halfway house?
Following frequent speculation over the past number of years, defamation law in Northern Ireland has been recently amended with the enactment of the Defamation Act …
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Secrets, lies and the complex world of defamation claims
Claims of defamation can, and should, be the last line of defence against reputationally-damaging comments, but are they always worth it? Nick Murrills and Zara Lar…
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Tips for libel litigants in the wake of the Vardy v Rooney case
Libel litigation is not to be undertaken lightly. However, if the courts are the only way to vindicate your hard-earned reputation, instruct a specialist lawyer and…
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Reputation Management: a mantle for all seasons
The debacle that enveloped Boris Johnson and his embattled Tory party is a perfect illustration of the headline point I make in presentations on Reputation Manageme…
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Scam crypto ads: beware of celebrity endorsements
The exponential rise in popularity of crypto-currencies such as Bitcoin has created a ‘gold rush’ among investors, both experienced and amateur. The credibility of …
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Online Safety Bill
The OSB will apply to search engine providers along with “user to user” services which allow users to generate, upload or share content. Find out more.
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How to remove photos of you from the internet
A common complaint we hear from clients is that there is an unwanted and troublesome photo of them on social media which they want removed. This insight looks at th…