<Brief procedure for a defamation lawsuit> Determine if any contents in dispute are defamatory and order to have them deleted for libel lawsuit. 2. Determine monetary damages – pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages such as wage losses, pain and suffering if any of those are believed to have been sustained. 3. Seriously consider if any of … Read More

<Anti-SLAPP Motions & s.137.1 of the Courts of Justice Act> – SLAPP represents Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation which includes defamation claims that limit freedom of expression. Section 137.1 motions address anti-SLAPP motions which are useful for defendants in their defence to the defamation action. The specifics are as follows: <Prevention of Proceedings that Limit Freedom of … Read More