But Your Honor, He Said a Bad Thing About Me on Facebook: Business Defamation Claims in the Age of Social Media

In 2024, businesses rely on their online presence, raising concerns about protecting their reputation from false online statements. A Michigan case involving Carrier411 resulted in Penguin Trucking winning a defamation lawsuit against E.L. Hollingsworth. Michigan laws clearly define defamation, offering protection against statements damaging a business’s reputation. Legal action can defend companies from false online information.