(A) Protecting your Reputation

Defamation law protects individuals and organisations from unwarranted, mistaken or untruthful attacks on their reputation. We offer expertise in dealing with an array of defamation claims; including libel, slander and malicious falsehood.

We have provided representation on behalf of many high profile individuals and various organisations in respect of such matters. Media outputs including radio, newspaper, film, music, television, publishing and advertising are just some of the key areas that our defamation expertise cover.

How We Can Help

We are persistent and effective in ensuring corrective action is taken in the pursuit of our client’s interests’ being restored following a wrongdoing. Many cases are settled without call for litigation, however, where necessary we will not hesitate in taking an action to court to obtain the desired result.

Furthermore we undertake pre-publication work, in particular; scrutinising documentation and scripts to ensure there are no potentially libellous claims, information or allegations.

Financing Litigation

We also provide assistance with regard to the finance of potential litigation, either by way of insurance and/or no win no fee agreements.

Our Expertise

Michael Sandys has over ten years experience in the defamation sphere, particularly in the media and entertainment sectors relating to internet libel cases. He is defamation lawyer with a strong reputation in the field, having been involved in a number of reported cases during recent years.

(B) Data Protection and Privacy

We offer advice in relation to the rights and obligations available under the Data Protection Act 1998, as well as guidance on existing family, business and personal privacy enquiries. QualitySolicitors Jackson & Canter have many years experience in dealing with human rights and helping individuals to protect their rights.

(C) Music and Publishing

We have in depth experience in assiting musicians and artists regarding protection of their rights, providing advice on and drafting agreements, including publishing agreements, management contracts and copyright/synchronisation licences.

Should you require advice and assistance please contact Michael Sandys (Partner) on 0151 282 1700 or at michaelsandys@qualitysolicitors.com