Business Defamation Legal Options

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False reviews and unauthorized email disclosures can be addressed under Ontarios defamation and privacy laws. Businesses can file a defamation lawsuit, report the issue to Google, or request the removal of the reviews. Consulting a local attorney or the Law Society of Ontario is advisable for detailed guidance.

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my business is being harassed by an old. client on google review
Hello, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To guide you properly, I need to know in which country and state your business operates.
and posting pictures of emails
Hello! Posting pictures of emails can potentially infringe on the privacy rights, depending on the jurisdiction. In the USA:
- It could violate the Electronic Communications Privacy Act.
- It might contravene state laws about consent to recording conversations.
Could you please share your business location?
ontario canada
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Canada, you may have a few legal options:
- File a defamation lawsuit if the reviews are false.
- Report the issue to Google to have the reviews removed.
- Request the client to remove the reviews.
Consult with a local attorney for detailed advice.
ontario canada
In Ontario, Canada, the following laws may apply to your situation:
- Defamation Law: If the reviews are false and damaging to your business.
- Privacy Law: If personal emails are disclosed without consent.
Contact a local attorney or the Law Society of Ontario for further advice.