SUBSTANTIAL TRUTH
Truth is more important than freedom of speech.
The internet is a reputational blockchain that affords unprecedented opportunity for bad actors, and unprecedented liability for the rest of us.
In an era of mob rule I represent clients whose reputations are under attack over the internet.
This blog is where I reflect on mass communications, political philosophy, and the future.
Find my practice at: latenightlaw.com
LATEST POSTS
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The Shiloh Hendrix Verdict Is a Sham
In May 2025, Shiloh Hendrix took her child to a park in Rochester, Minnesota. Apparently, a nine-year old Somali boy tried to steal something from her handbag, and Hendrix reacted by calling him the n-word. An adult bystander, a Somali man called Sharmake Omar, then confronted Hendrix while filming her with his phone. The ensuing… read more
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You Cannot Plead Around the First Amendment
In a previous post, I described my experience going viral on X after weighing in on a recent doxxing and antisemitism scandal. TLDR: a Cornell undergrad received outreach from a potential employer on a messaging app, and responded with an antisemitic jibe. The employer posted the message on X with the kid’s name redacted, a… read more
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Was Austin Franco Doxxed?
Austin Franco is a 19-year old Cornell student who is in the news this week after replying to a job offer, in writing, by stating that he is “not interested in working for a jew [sic].” Franco sent that message through Handshake, a professional networking app that connects students with employers. He sent it to… read more
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There Is No Such Thing As ‘Journalism’
Defamation occurs when false statements injure a person’s reputation. Along with fraud, incitement to violence, and many other forms of speech, defamation is not protected by the First Amendment. In my experience as a defamation attorney, the biggest perpetrators of defamation, by far, are journalists. The entire concept of “journalism” is based on a misconception:… read more