In a decision with potentially large ramifications, a New York federal judge won't dismiss a libel suit against 'Shitty Media Men' creator Moira Donegan
In a decision with potentially large ramifications, New York Federal Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall won't dismiss a libel suit against "Shitty Media Men" creator Moira Donegan.andwho was upset about his inclusion in a spreadsheet that circulated in the wake of allegations against Harvey Weinstein. That spreadsheet — called "Shitty Media Men" — allowed women to anonymously contribute stories of being victims of sexual misconduct. Elliott had an entry.
Since Elliott isn't deemed to be a public figure, his burdens in this defamation claim are lower, and he's able to survive a motion to dismiss. As a result of this, the case is headed toward exploration of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, the very same law that is the subject of controversy these days for affording tech services immunity for third party content.
As the one who circulated the spreadsheet so that other women could contribute entries, Donegan "qualifies as a provider of an interactive computer service," writes Judge Hall.
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