#defamation

Court orders Sg Siput MP to pay RM80k to former aide for defamation

Court orders Sg Siput MP to pay RM80k to former aide for defamation

Kesavan is also required to pay another RM20k to Indrani.
Court orders Tajuddin to pay RM120k to Khalid, KiniTV

Court orders Tajuddin to pay RM120k to Khalid, KiniTV

This follows an appeal after a High Court ruling that dismissed ex-MP's defamation suit.
I raised public interest issue when Amirudin defamed me: Sanusi

I raised public interest issue when Amirudin defamed me: Sanusi

The Kedah MB raised this contention in his statement of defence against Amirudin's suit.
Influencer loses appeal, to pay RM100k for body shaming

Influencer loses appeal, to pay RM100k for body shaming

Court of Appeal finds appellant's statement was defamatory.
Pua, Yeo withdraw appeal over Chew’s defamation suit ruling

Pua, Yeo withdraw appeal over Chew’s defamation suit ruling

UPDATED 8.12PM | Duo will pay RM350k in damages to former MCA sec-gen.
PKR Youth lodges police report against Facebook user

PKR Youth lodges police report against Facebook user

They claim the person had defamed the prime minister.
Thomas’ lawsuit to be heard as defamation action

Thomas’ lawsuit to be heard as defamation action

UPDATED 3.40PM | This is in relation to the case involving the ex-AG’s memoir.
My speech was on people's welfare, not to defame Tan: Sanusi

My speech was on people's welfare, not to defame Tan: Sanusi

Tycoon is suing Kedah MB for alleged defamation committed in election ceramah.
Court denies Dr M's discovery bid against Anwar in RM150m suit

Court denies Dr M's discovery bid against Anwar in RM150m suit

UPDATED 10.24AM | This is over PM's allegation his ex-mentor amassed riches while in power.
I did not defame Guan Eng, says Azmin over power abuse claim

I did not defame Guan Eng, says Azmin over power abuse claim

This follows DAP veteran's defamation suit against the Bersatu leader.
Sanusi’s poor leadership dented own reputation - Saifuddin

Sanusi’s poor leadership dented own reputation - Saifuddin

Minister says this in his state of defence against Kedah MB’s suit. 
Fahmi sues Papagomo, 2 others for defamation

Fahmi sues Papagomo, 2 others for defamation

Minister seeks apology and damages, among others. 
1MDB: Kit Siang's statement imputed guilt to Apandi, Court of Appeal hears

1MDB: Kit Siang's statement imputed guilt to Apandi, Court of Appeal hears

Lim's justification defence can't cover imputation, says Apandi's lawyer in defamation suit appeal. 
From one MB to another: Amirudin files defamation suit against Sanusi

From one MB to another: Amirudin files defamation suit against Sanusi

UPDATED 9.39AM | This is over the scandal linked to Sg Klang river cleaning project.
Cops quiz 10 over claims against senior public servants

Cops quiz 10 over claims against senior public servants

Police are also identifying social media account owners who made the allegations.
Court extends Vincent Tan’s interim restraining order against Sanusi

Court extends Vincent Tan’s interim restraining order against Sanusi

UPDATED 1.42PM | This is over MB's claim of impropriety over the Klang River cleaning project.
Defamation: Court of Appeal orders Guan Eng pay RM250k to Azeez

Defamation: Court of Appeal orders Guan Eng pay RM250k to Azeez

UPDATED 10.38AM | Court also orders Guan Eng to pay RM70k in costs. 
Vincent Tan obtains interim restraining order against Sanusi

Vincent Tan obtains interim restraining order against Sanusi

A copy of the order has been served on Sanusi, says lawyer.
Swiss Court to hear Taib daughter’s defamation suit against environmentalists

Swiss Court to hear Taib daughter’s defamation suit against environmentalists

It is for linking Taib Murray's real estate investments to S'wak logging corruption.
Vincent Tan seeks restraining order against Sanusi

Vincent Tan seeks restraining order against Sanusi

The tycoon also seeks court order compelling caretaker MB to pay damages.
Amirudin serves letter of demand to Sanusi, seeks apology, RM10m

Amirudin serves letter of demand to Sanusi, seeks apology, RM10m

UPDATED 10.44PM | Caretaker Kedah MB is to retract and apologise within 48 hours.
Sanusi refuses to apologise, claims Berjaya case 'still developing'

Sanusi refuses to apologise, claims Berjaya case 'still developing'

Deadline for caretaker Kedah MB to apologise, pay RM200m will lapse.
It's a question of credibility - Amirudin presses ahead to sue Sanusi

It's a question of credibility - Amirudin presses ahead to sue Sanusi

STATE POLLS | Caretaker S'gor MB says Kedah counterpart has tarnished his reputation and govt's.
COMMENT | Are Facebook, Whatsapp group admins liable for defamation?

COMMENT | Are Facebook, Whatsapp group admins liable for defamation?

Courts should provide guidance as certainty in this area of law is crucial.