*** But That’s Just My Opinion. Or Is It Defamation?
***Posted in Commercial Litigation, Defamation
Everyone is entitled to their own opinions.
Most of us were taught this maxim at an early age. But while the fundamental principle behind this saying holds true today, the reality is a little more complicated, especially with current technology. Now, with a single cellphone, practically anyone can publish their opinions online for the entire world to see. This has led to the discovery by many persons (especially in recent times) that tweeting or posting their “unpleasant” opinions online can result in losing their jobs. Everyone is still entitled to their own opinions, but not necessarily to publishing it, at least not without consequences. In fact, you might not even be legally entitled to publishing your opinion if it is considered defamation.
