Federal and state defamation
Defamation law varies by state — actual malice standards for public figures, per se categories in some jurisdictions, anti-SLAPP protections that cut both ways. A letter that works in Texas might need different framing in California.
We coordinate with licensed counsel for litigation-bound cases. Erasiq handles platform enforcement and evidence; lawyers handle filings when courts enter the picture.
Statutory tools beyond defamation
DMCA takedowns for copyrighted material posted without permission. Section 230 doesn't block copyright claims. Revenge porn and deepfake statutes in the majority of states now — criminal and civil pathways depending on jurisdiction.
CCPA and state privacy laws increasingly support removal of personal data published without consent. Exact applicability depends on what's exposed and who's hosting it.
Platform policy as first mover
Most US removals succeed through platform terms of service before any courthouse. Google, Meta, Yelp, Glassdoor, Reddit — each has enforceable policies if you speak their language.
US clients often need speed over perfection. Our negative content removal services team prioritizes platform channels first, legal second — because SERP damage accrues daily while motions pend.