University of Winnipeg Professor Matthew Flisfeder has filed a statement of claim against Meta and X, alleging that he was impersonated in a “campaign of harassment and defamation.” The posters reportedly pretended to be Flisfeder and made vulgar comments online, including comments about acting inappropriately with students. “I have dedicated my career to academic teaching and scholarship,” said Flisfeder. “My professional reputation is of fundamental importance to my livelihood and standing within the academic community.” The Winnipeg Free Press reports that Flisfeder’s lawyers have also filed a notice of motion seeking a court order for the companies to disclose information such as names, emails, and IP addresses associated with the accounts.
