Author: Taylor Hampton Solicitors
JUN 19 2026
Taylor Hampton acted for former Coronation Street Actor Qasim Akhtar in his successful Defamation action against the Sun newspaper.
Taylor Hampton acted for former Coronation Street Actor Qasim Akhtar in his successful Defamation action against the Sun newspaper. The Sun had falsely alleged that Qasim had backed an Islamic cleric, and that through that association he had supported extremism, radicalisation and violence. It also falsely alleged that he had moved to Pakistan and undertaken… Continue reading Taylor Hampton acted for former Coronation Street Actor Qasim Akhtar in his successful Defamation action against the Sun newspaper.
Read moreJUN 18 2026
Absolute Privilege and Qualified Privilege
Privilege is a defence which can be utilised to protect an individual’s liability for making defamatory statements in defamation cases. The defence consists of two types of privilege – absolute privilege and qualified privilege. Absolute privilege provides complete protection, whereas qualified privilege is only applied if certain conditions are met.What is Absolute Privilege? Absolute Privilege… Continue reading Absolute Privilege and Qualified Privilege
Read moreJUN 18 2026
High Court Grants Interim Injunction in Music Rights Dispute: NoCopyrightSounds v AEI Music
The decision in NoCopyrightSounds Limited v AEI Music Limited and Featherstone Music Limited provides an interesting example of the issues that can arise when a rights holder seeks to regain control of the commercial exploitation of its intellectual property following the breakdown of a long-standing distribution relationship.The High Court granted an interim injunction in a… Continue reading High Court Grants Interim Injunction in Music Rights Dispute: NoCopyrightSounds v AEI Music
Read moreJUN 05 2026
The battle against fake sexualised images: the case against x.AI
Labour MP for Lowestoft, Jess Asato, filed a claim in the High Court on 3 June 2026 for misuse of private information and breach of data protection against x.AI, after a Grok tool had assisted a user back in January this year in producing fake sexualised images of her in a bikini and a video… Continue reading The battle against fake sexualised images: the case against x.AI
Read moreJUN 04 2026
Information Commissioners Office launches investigation into X companies for sexual deepfakes
Throughout the past year, generative-AI technology has significantly advanced in the quality and quantity of outputs, with major expansions in their availability and proliferation of use. While these advancements reflect significant achievements for innovation and the technology industry at large, they have prompted major concerns for protection of individuals’ rights. These AI technological advancements have… Continue reading Information Commissioners Office launches investigation into X companies for sexual deepfakes
Read moreJUN 01 2026
That’s My Opinion: How the defence of honest opinion applies to social media posts
Social media platforms offer users the unique space for everyday individuals to share opinions, views, and experiences instantaneously with a widespread reach. While such developments expand the capability for individuals to engage their freedom of expression, they pose new realities, implications, and challenges for defamation law, which has been practiced in the UK for hundreds… Continue reading That’s My Opinion: How the defence of honest opinion applies to social media posts
Read moreMAY 21 2026
Lia Perin, Partner at Taylor Hampton was recently interviewed on Sky TV in relation to the Marriage at First Sight scandal. The programme is aired on Channel 4.
Taylor Hampton Solicitors is increasingly recognised for its work supporting individuals involved in television, reality programming and the wider entertainment industry. As scrutiny grows around participant welfare and broadcaster responsibility, legal advice has become an essential part of protecting contributors both during filming and long after production has ended.Reality television may appear glamorous on screen, but… Continue reading Lia Perin, Partner at Taylor Hampton was recently interviewed on Sky TV in relation to the Marriage at First Sight scandal. The programme is aired on Channel 4.
Read moreMAY 21 2026
Taylor Hampton comments on reality TV safeguarding following Married at First Sight allegations
An investigation by BBC’s Panorama revealed allegations that two women had been raped during filming on the reality TV show, while a third alleged a non-consensual sexual act.Channel 4’s chief executive Priya Dogra has said she is “deeply sorry” for the distress of participants on Married At First Sight, although claimed she believed the channel had acted appropriately. The… Continue reading Taylor Hampton comments on reality TV safeguarding following Married at First Sight allegations
Read moreMAY 18 2026
BBC Panorama investigates sexual misconduct allegations on Married at First Sight
The BBC documentary series Panorama is to air tonight at 8pm, investigating serious allegations made by participants on the Channel 4 TV show Married at First Sight UK. Reporter Noor Nanji speaks to three women who allege sexual misconduct by their former on-screen husbands, raising serious concerns that the programme’s welfare procedures have failed contributors and left them… Continue reading BBC Panorama investigates sexual misconduct allegations on Married at First Sight
Read moreAPR 30 2026
Understanding the UK Government’s Report on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence
In this article Taylor Hampton Solicitors examines the growing interest and concerns with copyright and artificial intelligence. On 13 January 2025, the UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced an Action Plan to help the UK become an “AI superpower”. On 18 March 2026, the UK Government published its report on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence… Continue reading Understanding the UK Government’s Report on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence
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