Intermediary Liability
/ˌɪntərˈmiːdiˌɛri laɪəˈbɪlɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal responsibility of intermediaries (such as internet service providers or hosting platforms) for unlawful content or activities conducted by their users.
Under the doctrine of intermediary liability, the platform was held accountable for the defamatory posts published by its users.
- (n.) A legal framework that limits or defines conditions under which intermediaries can be held liable for third-party content, often providing safe harbors.
The legislation provides safe harbor provisions that reduce intermediary liability if certain criteria are met.
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Commentary
Intermediary liability doctrines vary widely by jurisdiction; drafting should address specific safe harbor conditions and scope of immunity explicitly.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.