ReputationAdvocate.com | Why Online Slander Is Legal

ReputationAdvocate.com is often asked if defamatory Internet postings are illegal. Shouldn’t there be some kind of legal protection against untrue negative things being so publicly posted? Unfortunately, ReputationAdvocate.com has found that in almost all cases Internet slander is governed under a very narrow body of law and does not fall under the same slander and libel laws as traditional media outlets. Read More...

Reputation Advocate | Violated Online by Complaints?

In the past when a consumer had a complaint about a product or service the dispute was presented to a credible third party like the Better Business Bureau and a resolution was reached. Internet "complaint" web sites, however, do not provide for the same fair mediation process. They unfortunately have become the weapon of choice for frustrated customers, disgruntled employees, competitors, or anyone with an ax to grind. Read More...

Reputation Advocate | Google Is a Reputation Engine

Would you like a coke? Do you need a bandaid? Do you have a Jacuzzi in your home? If you want to find something just Google it! Most everyone knows that Google is a search engine. So are Yahoo, MSN and a dozen lesser known search platforms. But no one, and I mean no one, has the power that Google does.
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Reputation Advocate | Out of the Darkness, Into the Light

Darkness vs. light. This has been a metaphor throughout the ages. Darkness describes the shadow side of living while light represents that which is translucent and pure. These word pictures are an accurate reflection of our perception of life for the most part. There can be, however, applications for other aspects of life as well – relationships, culture and even commerce can be cast as shadow and light. Read More...