LCR4805
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 2)
DUE DATE: August 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than …August 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1
a) What should Mr. Tom do to remove the fake profile from the social media platform? (8)
ANSWER:
Mr. Tom, upon discovering a fake profile impersonating him on a social media platform, should
take immediate steps to have it removed. First, he should report the fake profile directly to the
social media platform. Most platforms have a specific reporting process for impersonation,
where users can notify the platform about accounts falsely representing them. Mr. Tom will
need to provide evidence of his identity and that of his business, Pharmcare (Pty) Ltd, to
substantiate his claim. This evidence could include copies of his identification documents,
business registration, or any other documentation proving his identity and ownership of the
business.
If the social media platform fails to act swiftly, Mr. Tom could send a formal cease and desist
letter. This letter should clearly state that the profile is defamatory, infringing on his rights, and
harmful to his business reputation. It should demand the immediate removal of the profile and
any associated content. In South Africa, if the platform does not comply, Mr. Tom may pursue
legal action by seeking an urgent court interdict. The South African law of defamation provides
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 2)
DUE DATE: August 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than …August 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1
a) What should Mr. Tom do to remove the fake profile from the social media platform? (8)
ANSWER:
Mr. Tom, upon discovering a fake profile impersonating him on a social media platform, should
take immediate steps to have it removed. First, he should report the fake profile directly to the
social media platform. Most platforms have a specific reporting process for impersonation,
where users can notify the platform about accounts falsely representing them. Mr. Tom will
need to provide evidence of his identity and that of his business, Pharmcare (Pty) Ltd, to
substantiate his claim. This evidence could include copies of his identification documents,
business registration, or any other documentation proving his identity and ownership of the
business.
If the social media platform fails to act swiftly, Mr. Tom could send a formal cease and desist
letter. This letter should clearly state that the profile is defamatory, infringing on his rights, and
harmful to his business reputation. It should demand the immediate removal of the profile and
any associated content. In South Africa, if the platform does not comply, Mr. Tom may pursue
legal action by seeking an urgent court interdict. The South African law of defamation provides
