🚨 DEFAMATION CASE DISMISSED: The Importance of Following Procedure.

Описание: The recent case of Reiter v News Corp Australia Pty Ltd & Anor [2025] VSC 54 shows exactly why proper legal procedure matters in defamation law.

The facts seemed clear - a newspaper published allegedly defamatory content.

The plaintiff tried to respond before publication.

But he missed ONE crucial step... No valid “concerns notice” was served in compliance with the Defamation Act 2005 (Qld).

The court dismissed the entire case and ordered the plaintiff to pay costs - all because procedural requirements weren’t met.

💡 KEY TAKEAWAY: In defamation law, you MUST serve a formal concerns notice that clearly identifies the defamatory imputations and how they caused serious harm to your reputation.

Additionally, wait 28 days after serving a concerns notice before commencing proceedings.

Don’t let procedural mistakes cost you your case (and thousands in legal fees).

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