US EditionConvicted Rapist Gareth Ward Weighing Defamation Options, Court Told
- Gareth Ward is considering defamation options regarding a broadcast that could harm his reputation, as noted by his legal representation, Gibson, who explained that Ward must prove serious harm to win any defamation case.
- The serious harm requirement, introduced in 2021 in New South Wales, means that without proof of serious harm, a defamation case cannot proceed, aiming to eliminate trivial lawsuits.
- Labor’s leader Ron Hoenig has invited Ward to submit a statement for a motion to expel him from the Legislative Assembly.
- NSW Liberal leader Mark Speakman supports expelling Ward, emphasizing the public's concern over a convicted sex offender being paid while not serving.
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Convicted rapist Gareth Ward weighing defamation options, court told
A NSW judge specialising in defamation law has raised questions about whether Ward would be able to prove a 2SM broadcaster caused serious harm to his reputation.
·Sydney, Australia
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Push to expel Gareth Ward from NSW parliament after he is taken into custody
The New South Wales government has announced it will move to expel independent MP Gareth Ward from parliament following his convictions for sexual assault.Warning: This story has details which may be upsetting to some readers. Ward was convicted last week of sexually assaulting two young men. The two separate incidents occurred over a decade ago. On Wednesday his bail was revoked and he was taken into custody while awaiting sentencing. When parl…
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