Divorces are always emotionally loaded, and in today’s digital age, new challenges arise, such as one party pouring out their anger, frustration, bitterness, and even once-loved feelings online. A spurned spouse can often vent on social media platforms or other online venues, creating a public airing of what was once a private relationship. This is…
In notable legal news of the day, two prominent law firms defending MyPillow founder Mike Lindell in ongoing defamation cases against Smartmatic USA Corp. and Dominion Voting Systems Corp. have announced their intention to withdraw their legal services. The law firms’ decision comes in the wake of a significant accumulation of legal fees owed by…
In an era where digital communications have gained substantial prominence, instances of defamation on social media platforms have considerably escalated. One can experience defamation by having false statements published online that harm one’s professional reputation. It’s important for legal professionals to understand how to respond to such occurrences. This informative piece by JDSupra underscores the…
In a recent headline that has sparked vast interest across the legal world, Elon Musk – CEO of Tesla and SpaceX – has come under scrutiny for purportedly stating a questionable perspective on Nazis, or demonstrating a lack of understanding of the English language. The issue presents notable legal and cultural implications which continue to…
In a recent development that has caught the attention of legal professionals worldwide, anti-piracy protection company Red Points is facing a defamation lawsuit over a DMCA takedown notice. According to a New York Federal court, a judge denied Red Points’ motion to dismiss as reported on JD Supra. Red Points had submitted a takedown notice…
In possibly one of the more unconventional legal stories of the week, it appears that Rudy Giuliani— the former mayor of New York City, and President Donald Trump’s preferred gratis legal representative—has decided to interrupt his cocktail hour and sue President Joe Biden, alleging defamation. In a recent piece by The New York Times, the…
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has made a public call requesting the immediate release of Samira Sabou, a detained journalist from Niger. Sabou’s detention was confirmed by local Niger news outlet, Air Info, detailing that the journalist was arrested at her home on September 30 under unexplained circumstances. Abdoul Kader Nouhou, Sabou’s husband, recounted a troubling…
Long sought after, former U.S. President Donald Trump managed to achieve a gag order, after a series of provocative tirades against his adversaries in numerous major cases. Notorious for his firehose barrage of invective, Trump had previously failed to receive similar orders, regardless of his relentless attempts to stir the pot. Trump’s platform of preference,…
As we kick off October 2023’s legal proceedings, the Supreme Court finds itself at the center of a seemingly banal dispute over the interpretation of the word “and”. Though it may appear trivial at first glance, the ongoing argumentation delivers a powerful reminder of the linguistic precision integral to legal discourse. For a brief review…
In the Autumn 2023 issue of The Employment Law Reporter, a variety of developments in employment law were discussed, providing corporate legal professionals with the latest insights into this critical field. One of the features of this issue recounts a recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. This respected Federal…
Just when you thought the debate surrounding a possible Trump vs. Biden election was robust enough, Mark Herrmann provides an insightful and equally provocative take in a recent piece on the widely-read legal blog, Above the Law. Within the piece, Herrmann delves into the conventional wisdom of this hypothetical election scenario. One side of the…
A prominent leader of the Thai protest movement, Arnon Nampa, had his bail application denied by the Court of Appeal in Thailand this past Saturday. The decision was announced in a social media post by the Thai Lawyers Center for Human Rights (TLHR). Nampa was charged under Thailand’s lèse-majesté law, a statute enforcing severe punishments…
In a collection of items today from the legal world: Firstly, according to a recent viral TikTok video, Law students seem to be the landslides in the clubbing scene, which raises unconventional views about their social behavior, notably in the entertainment context. Secondly, in a startling defamation case, a lawyer has taken legal actions against…
In a recent defamation case filed against a Gannett-owned publication and the Associated Press, the Seventh Circuit Court rejected a unique interpretation of a well-known legal principle and instead preserved the doctrine known as the “single publication rule”. The case presented an intriguing introduction of an unusual interpretation of the Restatement (Second) of Torts, the…
In what could be a tide changing moment in Australian defamation legislation, 2021 saw one of the most significant amendments to the law in states and territories, notably excluding Western Australia and the Northern Territory. The introduction of a “serious harm” threshold has fundamentally altered the defamation landscape. The development, now mandates a plaintiff to…
OpenAI LLC, the company known for its artificial intelligence technology, has been granted “one last chance” by a Georgia federal judge to demonstrate that a defamation lawsuit initiated by a talk radio show host should stay in federal court. The lawsuit, triggered by alleged misrepresentations produced by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, has brought the company’s efforts of…
Stefan Passantino, who served as an attorney in the former Trump administration and represented ex-aide Cassidy Hutchinson during the investigation by the House select committee into the Jan. 6 insurrection, has leveled accusations of defamation against former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann. This is resulting from Weissmann’s tweet, which stated Passantino had coached Hutchinson into providing…
Recently, a defamation case in Colorado has concluded in an unexpected turn of events. A local attorney had brought a lawsuit against his opposing counsel in a separate issue claiming defamation. However, the plaintiff has now taken a step back from further proceedings, after surveillance video has reportedly proven his innocence. The attorney, who was…
Michigan’s Attorney Disciplinary Board is attempting to sidestep a lawsuit brought by a former state judge arguing that it has governmental immunity. The ex-judge’s lawsuit alleges discrimination and defamation stemming from the board’s refusal to reinstate her law license. This denial followed a finding of impairment on the judge’s part. The Disciplinary Board has responded…
Former FTC Commissioner and ex-law professor at George Mason University’s ASS Law, Joshua Wright, who had filed a $108 million suit against Elyse Dorsey, a partner at Kirkland & Ellis, and Angela Landry, a counsel at Freshfields, is facing a counterclaim. The accusations against Wright are that he engaged Dorsey and Landry in sexual relationships…
In recent developments, federal courts are reported to have two weeks of funding available in the case of a governmental shutdown, shedding a positive light on an otherwise challenging situation. This revelation was made known by Reuters. Meanwhile, Joshua Wright’s defamation case has hit a turning point. His accusers have responded to his substantial suit…
Two women who accused former George Mason University law professor Joshua Wright of sexual misconduct have alleged that Wright’s $108 million defamation lawsuit against them is a punitive measure. Speaking in a Virginia court, they claimed the lawsuit aims to publicly shame, harass, and detrimentally impact their professional lives. The parties involved in the litigation…
An Egyptian court has sentenced renowned government critic Hisham Kassem to a six-month jail term and a fine. The charges originated from an online dispute with former minister Kamal Abu Eita. Kassem, noted for his fervent support of independent journalism in Egypt, is at the heart of allegations involving slander, defamation, and verbal assault against…
Rudolph Giuliani, the former Mayor of New York City and previous pro bono attorney of Donald Trump, recently offered his services to the impeachment inquiry into President Biden, as announced by Speaker Kevin McCarthy, despite currently being unlicensed to practice law. Giuliani made his offer during an appearance on Steve Bannon’s War Room podcast, stating…
Non-disparagement clauses are frequent entries in settlement agreements, triggered when disputes of varying nature tend towards resolution. Under these agreements, parties are prevented from passing public comments that might adversely impact each other, particularly valuable in instances where heated relationship breakdowns lead into disputes, and later, settlement agreements. This mechanism ultimately shields the reputations of…