Cranfill Sumner LLP publishes “Defamation and Reputation Management in the Digital Age” Co-authored by Vince Eisinger and Sameer Somal

Cranfill Sumner LLP published a new article titled “Defamation and Reputation Management in the Digital Age,” co-authored by Vince Eisinger, a civil commercial litigator,  and Sameer Somal, CEO of Blue Ocean Global Technology. The piece addresses the emerging challenge of defamation in today’s internet-driven world and brings insight into the legal frameworks while providing strategic reputation management solutions.

The article discusses the subtlety of defamation law and refers back to basic principles that determine when speech will or will not be regarded as defamation. It explains how the internet has increased defamation risks in regard to factors such as speed, global reach, and permanence. It highlights case studies where defamatory material, both traditional and online, has caused substantial ruin to individuals and companies.

“Defamation laws simply were not designed for the realities of the internet, where a single false statement can spread globally within seconds and cause permanent harm,” said Eisinger. “It’s more critical now than ever for people and businesses to step up and take responsibility for their digital footprint.”

Somal added, “Online defamation can impact every aspect of a person’s or company’s identity, often with far-reaching consequences. Managing this reality requires a deeper understanding of how online narratives develop and how to safeguard against them effectively.”

The article is both a legal guide and a practical resource for business leaders, legal professionals, and digital communications enthusiasts.

Read the article on Cranfill Sumner LLP’s website for more information.

About Vince Eisinger

Vince Eisinger is a civil commercial litigator in the firm’s Business Disputes & Litigation; Employment Law; and Administrative, Regulatory & Government Law Practice Groups.  He also supports the firm’s White Collar, Government Investigations and Special Matters Practice Group.  Vince developed his skills as a litigator in the federal and state courts of New York, and he now employs those same skills representing clients in North Carolina or wherever else they may need him.

About Sameer Somal 

Sameer Somal is the CEO of Blue Ocean Global Technology and Co-Founder of Girl Power Talk. He is a CFA Charterholder, a CFP® professional, and a Chartered Alternative Investment AnalystSM. Sameer leads client engagements focused on digital transformation, risk management, and technology development. As a testifying subject matter expert witness in economic damages, intellectual property, and internet defamation, he has authored CLE programs with the Philadelphia Bar Foundation. Sameer is a frequent speaker at private industry and public sector conferences, including engagements with the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB), Global Digital Marketing Summit, IBM, New York State Bar Association (NYBSA), US Defense Leadership Forum, and US State Department’s Foreign Service Institute.

Sameer also proudly serves on the board of directors of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and Girl Power USA. Committed to building relationships, Sameer is an active member of the Abraham Lincoln Association (ALA), Academy of Legal Studies in Business (ALSB), American Bar Association (ABA), American Marketing Association (AMA), Business Transition Council, International Trademark Association (INTA), and Society of International Business Fellows (SIBF). A graduate of Georgetown University, he held leadership roles at Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, and Scotiabank. Sameer is also a CFA Institute 2022 Inspirational Leader Award recipient and was named an Iconic Leader by the Women Economic Forum.

About Blue Ocean Global Technology

Blue Ocean Global Technology is a reputed consulting, risk management, and technology development firm. With 10+ years of positive client experience, the global team are dedicated creative thinkers, global educators, and technology partners. They are the team and people you always trust.