In addition, there has been an increase in defamation lawsuits due to ill - advised postings on the internet and blogs. (slaw.ca)
Public figures have to meet a higher proof standard in defamation lawsuits than private figures. (kellywarnerlaw.com)
Lancman, a lawyer who served Assembly District 25 for six years, has also passed a significant volume of legislation, including theLibel Terrorism Protection Act, which aims to protect journalists writing about terrorism abroad from being hit with defamation lawsuits, and a host of bills related to equality andsafety in the workplace. (gothamgazette.com)