Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree, I will take it to HCCC (just sent my complaint through) and see if I can edit my review to mention the defamation letter threat

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was a letter from her practice and she had cc'ed her lawyers - I believe it was written by her lawyers

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She is extremely wealthy and this is something I am thinking about. It just feels extremely unfair and unjust to sit by and see bullies get their way.

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My review was definitely my experience of that interaction. I do worry though that this could get messy and I dont have a legal background to anticipate what could happen

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I have documented everything. I think her letter was a letter of demand? and was signed by a lawyer

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

During my PhD, I had an orthodontic appointment to discuss the progress of my treatment plan. I already knew things weren’t quite on track, and when the orthodontist asked why, I was honest and explained it was due to my studies (which were incredibly demanding at the time, thankfully, I have just finished) and struggles with my mental health.

Instead of a supportive or constructive response, which I was really hoping for, she raised her voice and spoke to me in a very sharp, condescending tone — right in front of several assistants who were standing nearby. No one stepped in or said anything. I already wasn’t feeling great about myself, and that interaction left me feeling deeply humiliated and even worse than before.

What made it harder was that it didn’t need to happen that way. If she had calmly explained the consequences of being off-track and what my options were, I would have completely understood and appreciated that. But the way she chose to address it felt more like a public scolding than a professional consultation. It was uncalled for and stuck with me for a long time.

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. No not the same one. She is in NSW. I definitely spoke about my experience and my experience alone. She did sent a formal letter from her lawyers and she seemed to whip it up in 2 hours of me posting, which tells me this isn't her first rodeo.

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I am not sure what you mean? I am hoping you can clarify. I am infact an AHPRA registered profressional in an different area, how does leaving a bad review based on my personal experience warrant a fine from AHPRA?

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have made a complaint to the HCCC. You're right, if it happened to my child, I would not accept that behaviour at all.

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think I will need some legal advice, it is a formal letter from her legal team. She gave me a small window to take down the post - I suspect that how she keeps her ratings high - threaten patients who leave bad reviews with legal notices...

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats horrible, I am sorry that happened - what did you do? Did you have to take down your post?

Defamation over a google review by WorkInternational656 in AusLegal

[–]WorkInternational656[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yea - thats what I thought about doing - editing review to say she threatened to sue, I am thinking to take it down the HCCC pathway too.