Defamation Action Against "Consumer Alert" Reporter Dismissed (Boraks v Hussein)

In general, ordinary consumers of goods and services are viewed as a vulnerable class. While in certain circumstances, consumers can be protected by government through strong and effective consumer protection legislation, consumers remain victim to many forms of schemes that can cause them financial harm. In response to these schemes and other unscrupulous business practices, media have for years dedicated reporters to provide consumers with coverage of stories or complaints that are of potential concern to the unwary consumer. The purpose of these consumer alerts is to provide practical advice to the consumer, and to make the consumer aware of debate over certain goods and services so that they can exercise caution on the matters reported upon.