Daniel Reid Featured on the Mike Smyth Show on Global News
October 18, 2024
Harper Grey lawyer, Daniel Reid, appeared on the Mike Smyth Show to discuss the legal issues surrounding online reviews.
During the interview, Mike Smyth posed the question of whether someone can be sued for leaving a bad review online, especially as the hospitality industry continues to face public scrutiny without much control over online content.
Daniel explained how defamation law reviews if something falls under ‘fair comment,’ noting, “Many comments that are posted online, even if they are a review, may be something that someone can be successfully sued for.” He emphasized that in Canada, there is a balance between freedom of expression and the protection of reputation.
You can listen to the full interview here. [00:26:00]
Daniel is a leading practitioner in the areas of defamation, privacy and media law. He has acted in high profile defamation and privacy cases, advised professionals and corporations dealing with privacy breaches, and frequently teaches professional development courses for lawyers and industry professionals relating to electronic evidence. Read more about Dan and his specific expertise in this area here.
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