Defamatory Google Reviews Defamatory Google reviews can seriously harm a business’s reputation when they contain false statements of fact about a company’s conduct, services or products. Online reviews can make or break a business. But what happens when a customer leaves a scathing review full of lies, or a competitor pretends to be a client […]
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What Is Defamation Law in Australia? Defamation law in Australia refers to the legal principles that protect individuals and businesses from false statements that harm their reputation. This page explains what defamation is, how it applies under Australian law in 2026, common examples, defences, and when you may need legal advice. Defamation law in Australia […]
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Matter in Australian defamation law refers to any form of content that can be communicated to a third party and is capable of carrying a defamatory meaning under Australian law. When reading about defamation law in Australia, the word “matter” comes up frequently. But what does it actually mean? At Allen Law, Melbourne’s leading defamation […]
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UNDERSTANDING EXCLUDED CORPORATIONS Introduction Can a business sue for defamation in Australia? Yes — businesses can pursue defamation claims where false statements of fact are published about them that cause, or are likely to cause, serious harm to their reputation or commercial interests. As discussed in our previous article, What is Defamation, the concept of […]
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