The Superior Court of Justice recently considered a novel claim involving allegations of online defamation in the competitive world of real estate brokerages. The case serves as a warning to brokers of record who may face personal liability for the online actions of employees of their brokerages. The plaintiff in Athanasiou v. King was a […]
Category Archives: Professional Defamation & False Allegations
Ontario Nurses Disciplined for COVID-19 Comments Launch Libel Suit
As a professional, being the subject of an investigation or disciplinary hearing is not something anyone wants to endure. The potential consequences of a finding of negligence, professional misconduct, or other wrongs can be significant and can include fines, practice limitations or restrictions, suspension or revocation of professional licenses, and even criminal charges. Findings of […]
A Bad Rating for an Ontario Doctor Results in Defamation Finding
Professionals work hard to build their reputations and often rely in large part on word of mouth to grow their clientele. Understandably, many have concerns about negative or dishonest reviews made about them online. These ratings and reviews are often anonymous and take just a few moments to create, yet they can have a lasting […]