A couple of weeks ago the Charlotte Observer reported that a South Carolina
advertising agency… won $1.8 million in damages after suing an author of a blog ?Äì known for its harsh and sometimes crass criticism of elected officials, business leaders and local media ?Äì for defamation.
Man wins $1.8 million in suit against blogger
According to the Observer, court documents state that the blogger called the head of the ad agency a
“failed lawyer” and “criticized one of the firm’s advertising campaigns.”
Man wins $1.8 million in suit against blogger
I know that you will never encounter a problem like this because you are providing information that is helpful and informational for your readers, but a little reminder never hurts.
Always be mindful about how your blog posts impact others. A negative-slanted post might
- damage your company’s or your own reputation
- detract from your blog’s overall message
- take a little extra cash out of your wallet
Here’s to happy and helpful business blogging!
That's amazing! I hope I don't get sued for any of my blogs! I'll try not to talk bad about any lawyers! lol Thanks for sharing this Leo!
Yeah, me too. I think this was an isolated incident that is way out of the norm, but it still makes me pause for a brief moment before hitting the publish button.