Libel Concerns In Ontario

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In Ontario, defamation involves making false statements that harm someones reputation. Insults alone, without false claims, typically do not qualify as libel. Since youve deleted the comments and havent received any legal threats, its unlikely youll face legal issues. However, its important to be cautious with online comments. If any legal threats arise, consider consulting a local lawyer for advice.

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I'm concerned about being charged for libel, I said some insulting things to people in youtube comments, like calling them evil, stupid, and baby brained morons. Even though I've deleted it because I regret it, I'm still afraid of it
Hey there! In Ontario, defamation involves damaging someone's reputation through false statements. Since you've deleted the comments and they were insults rather than false claims, it might not qualify as libel. However, it’s always good to be cautious online. Have you received any legal threats from the individuals involved?
None at all, I'm just anxious and paranoid
It's understandable to feel anxious about these things, especially online. In Ontario, libel involves false statements that harm someone's reputation. Since your comments were more insults than false claims, and you've deleted them, it's unlikely you'll face legal issues without threats. Just be mindful in the future. If any legal threats arise, consider consulting a local lawyer for advice.
I thought even insults could be libelous
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Insults alone typically don't qualify as libel under Ontario law. Libel involves false statements that harm someone's reputation. Since you haven't received any legal threats, it's unlikely you'll face charges for libel based on insults. However, always be cautious with online comments.
So it has to be a false statement that will make people believe something about another person?
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Yes, for something to be considered libel in Ontario, it generally has to be a false statement that harms someone's reputation, leading others to believe something untrue about them. Insults alone, without false claims, typically do not qualify as libel. Let me know if you have more questions!
I guess that makes sense, people call each other names and insults constantly even in canada and you don't hear too much about libel cases outside of high visibility huge cases where people are doing weird things like cyberstalking and leaving tons of bad reviews
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In Ontario, defamation requires false statements that harm someone's reputation. Since your comments were insults, they're unlikely to be considered libel unless legal threats arise. It's essential to be mindful online to avoid any potential issues. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!