A decision issued on October 19 by the Supreme Court of Canada stated that writers and publishers cannot be held liable for online publications that hyperlink to defamatory content.
While the world of professional online writers and publishers were gasping a sigh of relief in the wake of the court’s ruling, the unprecedented decision likely slipped past the everyday Twitter and Facebook user – even though it pertains just as much to their daily online publishing activities as it does to professional bloggers and media outlets.
Did you know that every time you “tweet” or post something to Facebook you are acting as an online publisher? Make sure you know the responsibilities that accompany online activity and be sure to stay up to date on decisions that affect your accountability.
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