Soumya Prakash Pradhan

The internet is a vast and complex place, and it's easy for anyone to become a target of online defamation. Defamation is a serious offense that can have serious consequences, but unfortunately, it can be difficult to take legal action against it.

Here we'll discuss a simple and effective way to stop online defamation immediately.

Filing a Civil Suit for Injunction and Damages:

When you're a victim of online defamation, it's natural to want to take immediate action. However, going to the police is not always an option, as defamation is a non-cognizable offense. Due to this, the police may not be unable to investigate the matter.

Instead, you can file a civil suit for injunction and damages against the person who has defamed you.

The court will issue a notice to the accused within two or three days, and they will receive summons to appear in court within a couple of days.

At this point, the court will instruct the accused to stop the defamation until the final decision is made in the case. This means that the accused will be legally required to stop spreading any defamatory material about you immediately.

Benefits of Filing a Civil Suit:

Filing a civil suit for injunction and damages is an effective way to stop online defamation immediately. It's faster than going through the police and the investigation process, which can take months or even years.

Also, by filing a civil suit, you can seek financial compensation for the harm that has been done to your reputation.

Remember, online defamation is a serious offense, and taking legal action is a crucial step toward stopping it.

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