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Diana Thomas Appointed Chairperson of the Education Committee of the Bar Association of Saint Lucia

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 Originally published on einpresswire.com . Diana Thomas, esteemed lawyer and senior partner at Floissac, DuBoulay & Thomas in St. Lucia. Diana Thomas, senior partner at Floissac, DuBoulay & Thomas, has been appointed chairperson of the Education Committee of the Bar Association of St. Lucia. CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA, January 14, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / -- Prominent attorney  Diana Thomas, senior partner at Floissac, DuBoulay & Thomas , has been appointed as the chairperson of the Education Committee of the Bar Association of Saint Lucia, effective September 3, 2024. This exciting new position showcases Diana's unwavering commitment to championing professional development and transforming the quality of legal services in St. Lucia. Her dedication promises to enhance standards and inspire a new generation of legal professionals in the region. The Education Committee plays a vital role in providing professional development training for members of the Bar Association. ...

Diana Thomas on Internet Defamation, the Illusion of Anonymity, and Its Legal Implications

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Originally published in the Lawyer Herald . Social media and online platforms have revolutionized communication, offering everyone the power to instantly share their thoughts, opinions, and stories with the world. A single tweet can spark global conversations in seconds, while viral posts amplify voices like never before. However, this unprecedented access comes with a darker side: the risk of misinformation and defamation. Unfortunately, this can cause the spread of defamatory statements, harming others' personal and professional reputations. Diana Thomas , a senior partner at Floissac, DuBoulay & Thomas in St. Lucia, often addresses these issues in her work. Understanding Defamation in the Digital Era Defamation occurs when a false statement is published about someone, damaging their reputation.  As you might imagine, this can be done in many ways. A defamatory statement might lead others to think less of the individual being referenced, question their professional capabiliti...