OFFER OF LEGAL SERVICES IN THE FIELD OF INFRINGEMENT OF PERSONAL RIGHTS
Personal rights are a category of rights that every person is entitled to. These are intangible assets related to dignity, private life, honor, and image. They are inalienable and not subject to inheritance, meaning that their protection is available only to the person to whom they pertain.
Violations of personal rights can have serious consequences—psychological, professional, and financial. In the age of the internet, social media, and the instant dissemination of information, these violations are becoming increasingly frequent and take various forms: from defamation and image violations to baseless slander and invasion of privacy.
Our law firm offers support in analyzing situations, preparing lawsuits for infringement of personal rights, negotiating, and representing clients before institutions and courts. We offer comprehensive legal services to individuals, businesses, and public figures. We also provide clarification on the legal aspects of protection, helping both injured parties and those accused of infringement. We guarantee full commitment, discretion, and effective legal action.
Violations of personal rights can have serious consequences—psychological, professional, and financial. In the age of the internet, social media, and the instant dissemination of information, these violations are becoming increasingly frequent and take various forms: from defamation and image violations to baseless slander and invasion of privacy.
Our law firm offers support in analyzing situations, preparing lawsuits for infringement of personal rights, negotiating, and representing clients before institutions and courts. We offer comprehensive legal services to individuals, businesses, and public figures. We also provide clarification on the legal aspects of protection, helping both injured parties and those accused of infringement. We guarantee full commitment, discretion, and effective legal action.
WHAT ARE PERSONAL PROPERTY?
The concept of personal rights frequently appears in public debate, especially in the context of online hate and violations of personal dignity. However, what are personal rights? Polish law does not offer a clear definition of this concept. According to Article 23 of the Civil Code (CC), personal rights are intangible assets belonging to every person, such as health, freedom, honor, name, image, confidentiality of correspondence, artistic and scientific creativity, and other values of a personal nature. This list is open, meaning that protection may also extend to other rights deemed significant in a given context.
INFRINGEMENT OF PERSONAL RIGHTS – DEFINITION
AND EXAMPLES
What is the infringement of personal rights?
Infringement of personal rights is an unlawful act that violates legally protected personal rights. A key element of any infringement case is assessing whether the action in question was unlawful. Unlawfulness means a violation of the law, social norms, or principles of social coexistence. Importantly, there are situations in which actions interfering with personal rights are justified, for example, with the consent of the person whose rights were violated.
Infringement of personal rights - examples:
- Publication of an image without consent: Posting a photo on the internet or in the press without the consent of the person depicted in the photo
- Spreading false information: Spreading false information that may harm a person's reputation.
- Invasion of privacy: Unlawfully reading someone's correspondence or disseminating private information
- Obstructing artistic or scientific activities: Interfering with the pursuit of creative or scientific activities
- Hate speech on the internet: Offensive comments, memes or photo manipulations aimed at ridiculing a person
Each of these examples may constitute grounds for pursuing your rights in court, but it should be remembered that each case requires an individual approach and analysis.
In order to effectively pursue the cessation of infringements of personal rights, the removal of their effects or other claims, the following conditions must be met:
Illegality of action – the conduct of another person that we consider to be a violation of personal rights must be contrary to the law.
Lack of consent of the injured party – you did not consent to such action by manifesting your opposition, provided that there was an opportunity to express it freely.
Objective infringement – the action must be considered to violate personal rights from a societal perspective and in accordance with the applicable legal system.
When considering a lawsuit for infringement of personal rights, the court analyzes whether all of the above conditions have been met. Additionally, it also considers the injured party's perspective when assessing the validity of their claims.
WHAT CAN YOU GET IN A CASE OF INFRINGEMENT OF PERSONAL RIGHTS?
If the court case is resolved positively, the following forms of protection are possible:
It's important to remember that a company's reputation is protected in the same way as any individual's reputation. Protection is provided to both commercial companies and individuals conducting business activities. The scope and subject of the business, market recognition, length of operation, etc., are irrelevant for protection. Furthermore, in certain situations, damage to a company's reputation may involve unfair competition, such as the violation of trade secrets or the dissemination of false information to the detriment of competitors.
- Removing the consequences of the violation – e.g. apology, correction of information, removal of content
- Monetary compensation – compensation for psychological and social harm
- Financial compensation – if the infringement resulted in real financial loss
- Prohibition of further infringements – the court may prohibit the distribution of certain content in the future
The entrepreneur's reputation
It's important to remember that a company's reputation is protected in the same way as any individual's reputation. Protection is provided to both commercial companies and individuals conducting business activities. The scope and subject of the business, market recognition, length of operation, etc., are irrelevant for protection. Furthermore, in certain situations, damage to a company's reputation may involve unfair competition, such as the violation of trade secrets or the dissemination of false information to the detriment of competitors.
OUR INFRINGEMENT SERVICES
PERSONAL PROPERTY
1. Infringement analysis and legal advice
- We assess whether there has been a violation of personal rights
- We analyze the evidence and possible legal grounds for filing a lawsuit
- We advise on the most effective way to protect yourself – requesting an apology, removal of consequences, monetary compensation
2. Pre-trial summons and negotiations
- We prepare cease and desist notices
- We represent clients in settlement negotiations
- We indicate possible forms of compensation for damage
3. Court proceedings for infringement of personal rights
- We prepare and file lawsuits in civil courts
- We demand judicial protection: an apology, removal of the consequences of the violation, monetary compensation or payment of damages.
- We represent clients in defamation, slander, and other personal rights violations.
4. Defense in cases of violation of personal rights
- We represent clients sued for infringement of personal rights
- We indicate the legality of actions, acting within the framework of the right to criticism or the public interest
- We protect clients' interests in both civil and criminal cases (e.g. defamation – Article 212 of the Penal Code)
5. Protection of personal rights on the Internet
- Removing content that violates personal rights on the Internet
WHEN IS IT WORTH USING
ATTORNEY'S HELP?
The assistance of a law firm is recommended in situations such as:
- Slander or defamation – e.g. on the internet, in the press, on television or in the workplace
- Spreading false information that harms the reputation
- Unauthorized use of an image – e.g., without consent in advertising or social media
- Infringement of privacy – e.g. publication of personal data, private messages, photos without consent
- Violations committed by a former employer, life partner, competitor – often for the purpose of revenge, blackmail or discredit
- Inaction of the authorities in protecting the reputation – when the actions of the police, prosecutor's office or court are sluggish or inadequate
WHY IS IT WORTH USING
LAWYER HELP?
Personal rights infringement cases can be complex and require appropriate legal knowledge and experience. Our law firm offers support in the following areas:
- Legal analysis of the case
- Preparation of summonses and lawsuits
- Representing the client at every stage of the proceedings
- Conducting settlement negotiations
PROTECTION OF PERSONAL RIGHTS
ENTREPRENEURS AND PUBLIC PERSONS
Our law firm also provides legal assistance in protecting the personal rights of companies and individuals conducting business. We protect the good name, reputation, and reputation of brands. We specialize in:
- Counteracting the competition's black campaign
- Liability for false opinions and comments
- Trademark and logo protection
- Violations of corporate image and unfair advertising
HOW TO PREPARE FOR A CASE
INFRINGEMENT OF PERSONAL RIGHTS?
Before you contact the office, please prepare:
If you believe your personal rights have been violated, don't delay taking action. The sooner you respond, the greater your chance of limiting the damage and securing effective legal protection. Contact our law firm – we guarantee confidentiality, understanding, and professional support.
- All evidence of infringement – screenshots, links, articles, recordings, messages
- Description of the circumstances of the event – when, where, and in what form the violation occurred
- Information about the consequences of the violation – psychological, social, professional, financial
- Contact details of witnesses, if any
If you believe your personal rights have been violated, don't delay taking action. The sooner you respond, the greater your chance of limiting the damage and securing effective legal protection. Contact our law firm – we guarantee confidentiality, understanding, and professional support.