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Aggravated Damages in Queensland: A Strategic Guide for Developers Facing Defamation
Discover how Queensland property developers who qualify as excluded corporations can secure aggravated damages awarded separately from the $500,000 statutory cap on general defamation damages. This guide explains how demonstrating aggravating conduct—such as republication after notice or refusal to apologize—enables courts to award additional compensation, along with the new 2025 court powers for content removal.

John Merlo
Dec 26, 202516 min read


How QLD's 2025 Defamation Reforms Protect Property Developers Online
Discover how Queensland's proposed 2025 defamation law reforms would provide a powerful 'corporate shield' for property developers. Learn how to prepare for the ability to unmask anonymous online attackers, hold digital platforms accountable, and integrate these proposed new legal tools into your risk management strategy to protect your company's reputation and bottom line.

John Merlo
Nov 5, 202513 min read
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