What is a Concerns Notice?

What is a Concerns Notice?

A concerns notice is a process available in defamation law under the Defamation Act 2005 (NSW) (‘the Act’). A concerns notice is sent to a person who has made defamatory statements, giving them an opportunity to respond and make amends. They might, for example, offer to retract the statements or issue a public apology. In... Read More
Defamation – Be Careful What You Say On Social Media

Defamation – Be Careful What You Say On Social Media

Not many people are aware of the risks associated with posting on social media. Popular social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook are not safe spaces to vent your thoughts. In fact in a recent defamation case, the defendant was ordered to pay a staggering amount in damages for his post on Twitter. In... Read More