In the digital age, a person's or company's reputation is one of their most valuable assets and can be irreparably damaged by the spread of false information. At Legal Sandbox Georgia, we provide expert legal services in defamation and reputation management, helping clients protect their honor, dignity, and business reputation. Our approach is grounded in a precise understanding of Georgian law, which balances the fundamental right to freedom of expression with the protection of individual and corporate integrity. While Georgia decriminalized libel and slander, the law provides robust civil remedies for victims of defamatory statements.
The primary legal basis for a defamation claim in Georgia is found within the Civil Code, which protects personal non-property rights, including honor, dignity, and business reputation. A successful claim requires proving that a false statement of fact, not an opinion or value judgment, was disseminated to a third party and caused tangible harm to the plaintiff's reputation. We guide our clients through the complexities of gathering evidence and demonstrating the factual inaccuracy of the statement and the resulting damage. The Law of Georgia on Freedom of Speech and Expression sets a high standard, ensuring that debate on matters of public interest is protected, which requires a nuanced legal strategy, especially for public figures.
Our legal services are designed to provide a comprehensive response to defamatory attacks. The first step often involves demanding a retraction or the publication of a rebuttal from the responsible party to correct the public record swiftly. If this is not successful, we proceed with litigation to seek legal remedies through the courts. Under Georgian law, a court can order the defendant to retract the false statement and may award monetary compensation for proven material and non-material (moral) damages that have resulted from the harm to your reputation. Our lawyers meticulously build each case to demonstrate the full extent of the harm suffered.
We offer strategic counsel for both preventing and responding to reputational threats. This includes advising public figures, executives, and companies on proactive reputation management strategies and providing decisive legal action when defamatory content is published online or in traditional media. Whether you are facing false accusations that harm your personal standing or disinformation campaigns targeting your business, Legal Sandbox Georgia provides the expert legal support necessary to defend your reputation, restore your good name, and secure any entitled compensation under Georgian law.