Mr Justice David Nolan emphasized that the defamatory post made by Mr McMenamin was profoundly stressful and hurtful for Mr Casey and his family, illustrating the impact of malicious remarks on individuals' lives.
The judge noted that Mr McMenamin's allegations likened Mr Casey's actions to human trafficking and inhumane treatment, despite no evidence supporting such extreme claims.
In his ruling, Mr Justice Nolan highlighted that Mr McMenamin's desire to draw attention to the property, which was meant for displaced Ukrainians, demonstrated a clear intent to spread misinformation.
In awarding Mr Casey €120,000 in damages, Justice Nolan remarked that the defamatory nature of Mr McMenamin's accusations required significant financial redress due to its severe implications.
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