- Title: Quebec Court Awards $164K in Defamation Case Against YouTuber Hicham Jerando
- Category: Defamation Wins Feed
- Tags: defamation, YouTube, TikTok, Quebec, cyber libel, permanent injunction
- Date: July 14, 2025
- Status: Published
n a sweeping judgment, the Superior Court of Quebec awarded lawyer Abdel Said Lamtiri a total of $164,514 in damages after Moroccan YouTuber Hicham Jerando launched a sustained defamation campaign across TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube. The court cited eight defamatory videos and posts, including a second wave of attacks released just days before trial. Jerando was also found guilty of contempt for defying an earlier injunction and exposing Lamtiri’s home address. The judge granted a permanent injunction and emphasized that freedom of speech does not shield malicious lies. For reputation defenders, this case is a masterclass in escalation control and the power of legal boundaries.
Strategic Takeaway
When defamation turns viral and reckless, courts respond with force. Permanent injunctions, contempt rulings, and six-figure damages are now on the table—even for obscure platforms.
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