Platform Liability

/ˈplætfɔːrm laɪəˈbɪləti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal responsibility of an online platform for content or actions of its users or third parties.
    The court examined platform liability to determine the social media company's accountability for user posts.

Forms

  • platform liability

Commentary

Platform liability often involves complex intersections of jurisdiction, user-generated content, and statutory immunities, requiring precise statutory interpretation.

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.

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