Key Reforms in the Defamation Act 2013

Dr Matthew Collins QC describes the key reforms contained in the Defamation Act 2013. He cites the signature reform as that in section 1, which imposes a "threshold of seriousness" on defamation actions, with the intention of deterring defamation claims of "marginal" merit. Collins claims the most important reform is the new defence of honest opinion, which replaces the old common law defence of fair comment. He also discusses the new "internet-friendly" features of the Act, and what he views as the "radical liberalisation" of some of the reforms.
Collins on Defamation analyses the topical and complex area of defamation law and related causes of action, drawing on international research and engaging in comparative analysis. Collins on Defamation also includes an exhaustive set of precedents for common notices and pleadings, and a full examination and analysis of the Defamation Act 2013. For more information, please visit:oxford.ly/1ezSwaR
Dr Matthew Collins QC is an Australian barrister and academic. He is also the author of The Law of Defamation and the Internet (Oxford University Press, 2001, 2005, 2010).

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