has anyone ever taken action for what they consider defamation (in this case slanderous accusations on a forum....not this one i hasten to add!) and if so, how did the progress?

Not done it Sam but think the rules on the internet are the same as any other public arena. Would advise you speak to a solicitor who may advise the demand of  a public apology.

I haven't personally but have read up/studied loads of cases as a student.

The problem with a forum is it is limited to who would/could see the comments and you have to have some "Measurable" loss.  Ie lose of work/jobs etc something tangible financially.

thanks all.....problem solved :)

dont have any advice just wanted to show my support to you.
xx

thanks newf....most kind.

As far as I know, in order to proceed with a slander claim I think you need to prove that the post in the forum was read by very large number of people and that the outcome would/will be a loss of income for the person slandered.

Just realise that this info was already posted ..DUH :)

no worries mel, its been sorted out now....it was more to do with defamation of character than anything.

No idea Sam but would love the gossip as to who where and what!!! ;-)

not to be pedantic or anything......slander is spoken..libel is written  :P:P:P