Defamation Update – Emma Linch writes for Inforrm
Associate Emma Linch’s article, ‘Defamation Update: Serious Harm, Lachaux and Beyond’, has been published on the International Forum for Responsible Media blog (Inforrm). Providing a clear overview of the serious harm test in libel claims, Emma discusses recent cases where claimants have succeeded or failed to satisfy the test, and what this means for future defamation actions. To read further on her assessment, you can click here.
Other News
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11th February 2025 Media
Simons Muirhead Burton congratulates client Dare Pictures on winning Best Emerging Indie at this year’s Broadcast Awards.
This great achievement marks the second year running in which an SMB client has won this prestigious award, with client Curious Films winning it last year.
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10th February 2025 Media
SMB Congratulates Client Happy Town Productions Limited on the release of Happy Town series 1 on Sky Kids
Simons Muirhead Burton is pleased to congratulate our client Happy Town Productions Limited on the release of Happy Town series 1 on Sky Kids.
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5th February 2025 Crime & Regulatory
Partner and Head of SMB’s Criminal team, Phil Smith, features on 9 News Australia to discuss Sam Kerr case
Partner and head of SMB’s Criminal department, Phil Smith, featured on Nine News Australia yesterday, discussing the Sam Kerr trial on Nine News, on Australian prime time television.
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