Defamation (Libel and Slander) and Media Law

Robin Simon LLP receives instructions from insurers to act for policyholders when defamation claims are brought or threatened. These clients include professional firms, charitable organisations, political and entertainment figures.

There can be inherent risks of conflict of interest between insurers and their policyholders in cases involving issues of reputation and other non-financial losses. For example, the costs of these cases can be disproportionate to the sums at stake. We recognise this potential conflict. We always seek to address it early in a sensitive and constructive way and work towards an agreed strategy for resolving problems.

Early assessment of cases is essential.

There are many statutory and procedural issues which are unique to the field, from limitation to timescales for dealing with letters of claim.

We offer a service which ranges from handling notifications as soon as they are made through to full instruction on matters. Clients have immediate access to specialist advice so that they know how to react to a new notification requiring urgent action.

For further assistance, please contact Jason Ford.