Defamation in a Wired World
By Trudy Lancelyn, ABC
As communications lead at the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board for 6 years, and then at the Insurance Brokers Association of B.C. for 17 years, Trudy Lancelyn has been writing on strata topics for real estate and insurance licensees since 1993.
1 Technical Credit for Level 1, 2, and 3 General Insurance Agents and Salespersons.
To qualify for CE credit…
– Read the entire article carefully, including all its sections and content labelled ‘Mandatory’.
– Select the ‘Mark Complete’ button at the end of each section to track your progress.
– Successfully challenge the quiz to demonstrate your learning.
– Select the ‘Completion Certificate’ link to save and download your personalized completion certificate.
Please Note: CE credits from this HyperArticleTM can only be used once towards your CE requirements every three licence periods. For further information on CE regulations, please refer to the Insurance Council of BC’s website.
Overview
This HyperArticle™ highlights the growing problem of “pollution in the public square,” where toxic online discourse increases defamation risks. You’ll learn the legal basics of defamation (libel vs. slander, elements of a claim, defenses) and how Canadian law has evolved. Crucially, you’ll get clarity on personal and commercial insurance coverage for defamation, with emphasis on the importance of umbrella policies and CGL. You’ll gain insights into managing your own professional conduct and how to advise clients for mitigating their defamation risks.
When you’re ready, please go to the first content section…
