How can I defend myself against defamation and slander on the internet?
June 29, 2023 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Friedhelm Krebs
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you as I urgently need help to defend myself against defamation and slander on the internet. My name is Uwe Ehlert and I have been a victim of defamatory statements on various online platforms for some time now. These false claims and untrue statements are seriously damaging my reputation and professional standing.
The situation is as follows: a former business partner has been spreading deliberate lies about me on the internet. Among other things, he alleges that I have committed fraud and engaged in unlawful activities. These false accusations have already led to a significant loss of trust among customers and business partners.
I am deeply concerned about my professional livelihood and want to fight back against this smear campaign. What legal options do I have to address this defamation? Can I file a lawsuit for defamation against the perpetrator and how can I have the false claims removed from the internet?
I am willing to take the necessary steps to protect my reputation and integrity, but I urgently need professional legal assistance. I would greatly appreciate it if you could provide me with specific recommendations on how to address defamation and slander on the internet.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Uwe Ehlert
Dear Mr. Ehlert,
Thank you for trusting me and reaching out to me to defend yourself against defamation and slander on the internet. I am sorry to hear that you have become a victim of defamatory statements that have affected your reputation and professional standing. In such cases, it is important to act quickly to prevent further harm.
First and foremost, it is important to know that defamation and slander are legally relevant and can have legal consequences. In your case, it may be a case of slander, as your former business partner is spreading false allegations about you that damage your honor and reputation. To address this defamation, you can file a lawsuit for injunction against the slanderer.
An injunction lawsuit aims to force the slanderer to cease the false statements and possibly also to remove them. You can seek assistance from a lawyer specializing in civil law to help you draft the lawsuit. It is important that the lawsuit is well-founded and includes all relevant information and evidence to stand in court.
Furthermore, you can also try to have the false allegations removed from the internet. Often, platforms such as social media or review sites have policies that prohibit the spread of defamatory content. You can directly contact the platforms and request the removal of the questionable content. Again, a lawyer can assist you in communicating with the platforms.
It is important to document all steps taken and gather evidence to support your claims. Show how the false statements have damaged your reputation and the specific impacts this has had on your professional environment. The more detailed you are, the better your chances of successfully addressing defamation and slander.
I hope that this information helps you and supports you in your fight against defamation. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or need legal advice.
Sincerely,
Friedhelm Krebs
Civil Law Attorney
