Upcoming Legal Setback for "Correctiv" in the Courtroom
In a recent development, the Berlin Court of Appeals has ruled against Correctiv, a media house that is also funded with tax money, in a lawsuit against constitutional lawyer Ulrich Vosgerau. This marks the second defeat for Correctiv in a lawsuit against AfD MP Beatrix von Storch.
The lawsuit stemmed from an article published by Correctiv, in which they accused von Storch of spreading 'dirty lies.' Vosgerau, who was representing von Storch in the proceedings, wrote in a fundraising appeal that Correctiv did not present alleged statements of Martin Sellner as facts, but as opinions.
The Berlin Regional Court's judgment, now final, states that Vosgerau's statement is a critical assessment of Correctiv's method. The court found that Vosgerau's criticism was justified because the article was formulated in a way that triggered a public debate about facts not even claimed in the article.
Dr. Carsten Brennecke, the lawyer representing Vosgerau in all proceedings and defending the case against Correctiv, described the Berlin Regional Court's decision as a 'slap in the face for Correctiv reporting.' He further stated that Correctiv had capitulated in this case.
In a twist of events, Correctiv withdrew its complaint after being informed by the court that the ban request was futile. The media house must now cover its own lawyer's fees and court costs, and is reported to pay Vosgerau's legal fees in the four-digit range.
Additionally, the Berlin Court of Appeals has rejected Correctiv's attempt to ban criticism of Vosgerau. This decision can be seen as a significant victory for free speech and the right to criticise media houses, especially those that are funded with tax money.
The previous defeat at the Berlin Regional Court is now final, and it serves as a reminder for Correctiv to exercise caution in their reporting and to respect the freedom of speech and criticism. The court decision is a clear message that public debate should be based on facts, not unsubstantiated allegations.
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