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Free speech was never limited to compliments and unfortunately words do hurt. There is no perfect science to reputation management, but to cover your ears and eyes and repeat “no comment” again and again will do more harm than good. Our attorneys understand what drives negative publicity and the boundaries that govern what is fit for print according to journalistic standards versus what constitutes as defamation.
Our attorneys assist clients in all industries in crisis and reputational management, mitigation and preservation. We have been handling reputation and crisis management for more than two decades. We know the terms of use, patterns and algorithms of social media, and we know the various tactics of those who exploit these platforms in order to disparage businesses and professionals.
We use a tempered balance of calculated responses, education and cease-and-desist demands to control the narrative and stifle the speech of those using false narratives to ruin reputations. We draft statements, press releases, and act as a liaison to the press or naysayers to help control the narrative and mitigate further damage. We serve demand letters and represent clients seeking recourse for an unlawful reputational attack, as well as defend those who express constitutionally-protected opinions but are sued by someone looking to censor their speech. We’ve defended countless print, online and on-air media entities, reporters and publications in such cases.
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In this episode of Litigation Nation, co-hosts Jack Sanker and Danessa Watkins dive into two significant legal developments. Join us as we unpack these intriguing legal battles and explore the implications for both Netflix and TikTok in the ever-evolving landscape of media and technology.
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In this episode of Litigation Nation, we covered three significant legal developments. We discuss a case in New York where a woman was awarded $30 million in a revenge porn lawsuit against her ex-boyfriend, a cyber attack in Fulton County, Georgia, where hackers threatened to release sensitive court documents related to the Trump election case, and explore a U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding the removal of presidential candidates from state ballots.
- Corporate Risk Management Series: Brand Under Fire: How to Extinguish Threats to Your Business’s ReputationCorporate Risk Management Series: Brand Under Fire: How to Extinguish Threats to Your Business’s Reputation
Join reputation & crisis management partners Ryan Jacobson and Danessa Watkins for a discussion of the legal, digital, and crisis strategies every business leader needs to know to keep their reputation intact.
- Protecting Your Business in the Wake of Bad "Press" and Negative Social MediaProtecting Your Business in the Wake of Bad "Press" and Negative Social Media
Join Heather Bailey and Danessa Watkins as they present the webcast, "Protecting Your Business in the Wake of Bad “Press” and Negative Social Media," hosted by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
- False Child Abuse Allegations and Defamation in Illinois: Can You Sue for a False DCFS Report?False Child Abuse Allegations and Defamation in Illinois: Can You Sue for a False DCFS Report?
In family law and divorce cases, it’s not uncommon for one parent to accuse the other of child abuse by filing a report with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). But, if DCFS later finds the allegations “unfounded,” can the accused parent sue for defamation?
- Bitcoin 2025Bitcoin 2025
Join Joe Carlasare for the Bitcoin 2025 Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Program. The half-day conference will feature presentations exploring the creation, usage, and legal trends surrounding bitcoin and other digital assets.