A dispute between two neighbors in British Columbia turned into a major legal case after a disagreement over a shared driveway led to a defamation lawsuit, resulting in a compensation verdict of $96,000.

The case began when one neighbor posted offensive comments on the WeChat platform, including accusations against the other neighbor of inappropriate behavior, including sexual harassment. After the court reviewed the evidence, the judge deemed these allegations to be baseless and damaging to the plaintiff's reputation, leading to a ruling to compensate him for the psychological and moral damages he suffered.

The court emphasized in its judgment that freedom of expression does not justify defamation or harming individuals' reputations, stressing the importance of accuracy and responsibility when publishing claims that may negatively affect others' lives.

This ruling comes at a time when cases related to defamation through social media are on the rise, reflecting the need for clear legal frameworks to protect individuals from false allegations that may impact their personal and professional lives.