Prince Harry's Claim Against The Sun Going to Trial a 'Very Significant Moment' Says Media Lawyer

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The judges ruled that parts of Prince Harry's claim that the news group, the newspapers, used illegal methods to gather information about him can actually go to trial. Although his phone hacking claims were dismissed, the Duke of Sussex claims that private investigators and journalists working for the Sun and News of the World used illegal methods to gather information on him. Allegations that NGN, the newspaper's publisher, strongly deny.


What Happened in the Trial?

Is this something separate? What's happening? The claims are separate in the sense that he's suing a different newspaper group, but they involve similar allegations. Prince Harry has taken on Fleet Street, accusing them of illegal and criminal behavior, and aims to fight for justice not only for himself but for others who may not afford to do so. At the trial, the newspaper group succeeded in striking out the part of his claim related to phone hacking due to the judge's ruling that he knew about it more than six years before he brought the claim.


A Serious Matter of Principle

This legal battle has never been about money for Prince Harry. While settlements with vast sums of money have been offered to him, he is determined to pursue this matter as a question of principle. He firmly believes that the newspapers need to be held accountable for their actions, and he's shown immense courage in taking on one of the most powerful organizations in the world. The upcoming trial will be a critical moment in seeking justice and accountability.

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