Damages awarded in defamation cases in English courts are generally modest and rarely exceed £100,000.
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Typical award sizes in English defamation litigation compared with some other jurisdictions.
Defamation claims in English law are subject to limitation periods (deadlines) after which a plaintiff generally cannot bring a claim in English courts.
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Statute of limitations / limitation periods applicable to defamation proceedings in England.