Michael O'Doherty
Michael O'Doherty is a barrister and law lecturer known for his expertise in internet law, being the author of 'Internet Law', the first Irish work on the subject. He recently spoke about a significant High Court ruling in Ireland regarding defamation from online reviews, warning that such cases reflect a growing trend worldwide and urging individuals to think twice before posting critical comments online.
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Recent news mentions
Michael O’Doherty, the husband of the deceased, sued the oral surgeon and prosthodontist involved in the case.
Family of woman (72) who died days after dental implant procedure at Dublin clinic settle action – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-19
Michael O'Doherty is the chair of the Media, Internet and Data Protection Bar Association.
How Big Tech is taking on the regulators – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-09
Michael O'Doherty is the barrister representing Beta Bajgart in her case against RTÉ.
Landmark ruling against RTÉ as tribunal finds Fair City photographer was not a freelancer – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-24
Michael O'Doherty BL, for Leinster Open Sea, argued that Swim Ireland has asserted ownership rights to run the swims.
Liffey Swim in danger of not going ahead this year due to legal dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-18
Michael O'Doherty is an internet law expert who warned that a damages award against a Dublin man for a defamatory review should make people think twice before posting critical reviews online.
Damages award to Dublin firm over online review should make people ‘think twice’ before ‘venting’ online, says internet law expert – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-17
