Wang Leehom Wins Defamation Case: Chinese Court Restricts Company's High-Value Consumption Activities
In a recent development, Chinese pop star Wang Leehom has successfully enforced a legal ruling against a local cultural company, Qianzhou Yuecheng, and its legal representative, Li, for defamation. The Enforcement Notice, issued by the Quanzhou City People's Court, restricts the company and Li from engaging in high-value consumption activities until the debt is paid. The case began when Wang Leehom's agency discovered that Qianzhou Yuecheng and its associated WeChat account, "Ta Naoye," had been publishing defamatory content about the singer. The agency, through its lawyers, initiated legal action against the company and Li, resulting in a judgment in January 2024. The court ordered Qianzhou Yuecheng and Li to publish an apology and pay a compensation fee to Wang Leehom. However, the company and Li failed to comply with the court ruling. As a result, Wang Leehom applied for a forced execution, which was granted by the Quanzhou City People's Court. The Enforcement Notice restricts the company and Li from engaging in high-value consumption activities such as flying first class, staying in luxury hotels, purchasing real estate, and other non-essential expenses. The court's decision has been met with a mixed reaction on Weibo. Some netizens have praised Wang Leehom for his resilience and for standing up for his rights.
26 March 2024
One user, "Tan Laoban," commented, "It's about time someone takes a stand against these companies and individuals who think they can get away with defaming others." Others, however, have criticized the court's decision, arguing that it is too harsh. User "Li Xingian" wrote, "While I understand Wang Leehom's frustration, I think the court's decision is a bit extreme.
The company and Li should be given a chance to make amends." ** Wang Leehom's agency has promised to donate the entire compensation fee to orphanages in need. In a statement, the agency said, "We will continue to monitor the situation and take further legal action if necessary. We will also donate the entire compensation fee to orphanages to help those in need." This is not the first time Wang Leehom has taken legal action against individuals and companies who have defamed him.
In 2023, the singer won a similar case against the WeChat account "Ta Naoye," which was ordered to pay a compensation fee and publish an apology. The case highlights the growing problem of online defamation in China. With the rise of social media, it has become easier for individuals and companies to spread false information and damage someone's reputation. While the court's decision in Wang Leehom's case is a step in the right direction, more needs to be done to prevent online defamation and protect individuals' rights. In conclusion, Wang Leehom's case serves as a warning to those who think they can get away with defaming others. The court's decision to restrict the company and Li's high-value consumption activities until the debt is paid sends a strong message that such behavior will not be tolerated. It is also a reminder of the importance of taking legal action against those who violate our rights and damage our reputation. As Wang Leehom's agency has shown, the compensation fee can be used to help those in need, making the legal process not only about justice but also about making a positive impact on society.