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What is the best way to avoid libel in news content?

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Libel is a serious legal risk for news content creators, especially in the digital age where information can spread quickly and widely. Libel is the publication of false or defamatory statements that harm someone's reputation or livelihood. If you are accused of libel, you could face costly lawsuits, damages, and loss of credibility. Therefore, it is essential to avoid libel in your news content by following some best practices.

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Anmol Gilra
Mike Vannelli

Creative Director @ thinkenvy.com
Sameer Wasi

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1 Verify your sources

One of the most important ways to avoid libel is to verify your sources and facts before publishing your news content. You should check the reliability, credibility, and accuracy of your sources, whether they are people, documents, or websites. You should also cite your sources and provide evidence to support your claims. If you are unsure about the validity of a source or a fact, do not use it or state it as an opinion or speculation.

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Mike Vannelli

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Dodging defamation in journalism requires meticulous care like a spy on an international espionage mission. Vet sources thoroughly and document claims. Give subjects opportunity to respond. Run reviews for any questionable language. Confirm context around quotes. Keep commentary evidence-based, not inflamed opinions. With an ethical duty to truthful, unbiased reporting, you evade missteps while still penning hard-hitting stories. Now go stealthily uphold your integrity - and avoid any retractions! ???♂?

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Sameer Wasi

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In journalism and developing news content, verified sources are always important. We are in an age where a myriad of sources are available but verifying them is a problem. It overwhelms almost everyone and sadly, clickbait is quite common. Then there are those who claim to spread the truth and ask readers to avoid and resist mainstream channels. This isn't suitable at all. It is wise to check mainstream resources at all times. They're the only reliable source of news and information. Each news article should be cross checked across all search engines and social media platforms. It is also wise to check leading publications of leading countries. Lastly, they should check at least eight articles because a few won't make the cut.

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2 Use attribution and quotation

Another way to avoid libel is to use attribution and quotation when reporting on someone else's words or actions. Attribution means identifying the source of the information, such as the name, title, or affiliation of the person or organization. Quotation means using the exact words of the source, enclosed in quotation marks or indented as a block quote. This way, you can avoid misrepresenting or distorting the source's meaning or intention, and avoid taking responsibility for their statements.

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3 Avoid inflammatory language

A third way to avoid libel is to avoid inflammatory language that could imply or suggest negative or false information about someone or something. Inflammatory language includes words or phrases that are derogatory, abusive, sarcastic, biased, or sensationalized. For example, you should avoid calling someone a liar, a thief, a criminal, or a fraud, unless you have solid proof and legal justification. You should also avoid exaggerating or embellishing the facts or using emotive or subjective terms.

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Sameer Wasi

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Inflammatory language is unprofessional regardless of the article's nature. The current feud between Democrats and Republicans is something which has seen use of inflammatory language and terms, which has also evoked harsh sentiments among Americans and others too. It is wise to use subtle terms with proper facts. Emotions cannot be suppressed but it would be wise for content creators to relax, calm down and then work on content which can evoke emotions. Trigger warnings need to be added in case the content can trigger emotions and emotional sentiments.

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4 Seek consent and comment

A fourth way to avoid libel is to seek consent and comment from the subjects of your news content, especially if you are reporting on sensitive or controversial issues. Consent means obtaining permission from the subjects to use their names, images, or information in your news content. Comment means giving the subjects an opportunity to respond to the allegations or criticisms made against them or to provide their side of the story. This way, you can respect the subjects' rights and interests and avoid accusations of unfairness or bias.

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Everyone has the right to privacy and the right to control their own image and information. By seeking consent, you are respecting the subjects' right to choose whether or not they want to be involved in your story. By giving the subjects an opportunity to comment, you are respecting their right to respond to any allegations or criticisms made against them.

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5 Correct and update

A fifth way to avoid libel is to correct and update your news content if you discover any errors or new developments. You should acknowledge and apologize for any mistakes or inaccuracies that you have made and provide the correct or updated information as soon as possible. You should also indicate the date and time of the correction or update and the nature of the change. This way, you can minimize the damage and show your commitment to accuracy and accountability.

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6 Consult a lawyer

A sixth way to avoid libel is to consult a lawyer if you are unsure about the legal implications of your news content or if you face any libel claims or threats. A lawyer can advise you on the laws and regulations that apply to your news content, such as the defamation act, the fair comment defense, or the public interest exception. A lawyer can also help you negotiate, settle, or litigate any libel disputes or lawsuits that you may encounter.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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1 Verify your sources

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