THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOU FILE AN ONLINE DEFAMATION LAWSUIT

Some states have laws that require you to ask for a retraction of an allegedly defamatory statement before you can file a lawsuit. If you don’t, your case might get dismissed or your damages may be limited. You’ll also need to preserve evidence for your defamation lawsuit. For example:

• Take screenshots of the defamatory remarks.
• Keep a list of URL links to the defamatory remarks.
• Keep a record of the financial impact the defamation has had on you, like receipts, pay stubs, and medical bills.
• Talk to witnesses who have read or viewed the offending posts.

Don’t delay in gathering evidence. If you wait too long, you risk losing what you need to prove your claim.

As the use of internet has expanded, many people have started using internet more as a means of communicating their thoughts on various issues and problems. The use of social media has brought a revolution not only in the Indian sphere but all across the world. The politicians are using these mediums to reach out to masses. Celebrity Stars are using these as a medium to connect to their fans and well-wishers.

In this society there is no distinction on any basis, internet has provided them a platform to convey their thoughts, get involved in discussions, and review a product, a movie, a song and even a person. Though this platform has provided us with insightful and well-read people, it has also provided us with goons who commit cyber defamation, so we have to be aware of what we are posting online.

Posting an offensive statement may put you in imprisonment as per the Indian Penal Code.