Our Corrections Policy

Our corrections policy ensures that every piece of published content is reviewed and corrected with the utmost precision. Alzayat, Egypt’s First International Law Firm logo mentioned.

Our Corrections Policy

A declaration of ALZAYAT Law Firm’s unwavering commitment to accuracy and the formal procedure for addressing and correcting any potential errors in our publications.

At ALZAYAT Law Firm, our mission is to be the most trusted source for information on Egyptian and international law. Our Publishing Principles are built on a foundation of factual and legal accuracy. However, we recognize that in a field as complex as law, errors can occasionally occur. When they do, our commitment is to address them with transparency, rigor, and speed. This page outlines our formal corrections policy. It details the procedure we follow for identifying, reviewing, and rectifying any inaccuracies in our published content.

Our Commitment to Accuracy and Accountability

Our primary goal is to publish information that is completely accurate from the outset. Every article undergoes a meticulous review by our senior legal experts before publication. Despite these rigorous checks, we acknowledge that we are not infallible.

Our commitment is therefore twofold. First, we take every reasonable step to publish the most accurate information possible. Second, we act swiftly and transparently to correct any inaccuracies that we discover or that our readers bring to our attention. A clear and robust corrections policy is a cornerstone of professional integrity.

How We Address and Correct Errors: A Formal Procedure

Our procedure is designed to be straightforward, transparent, and effective. The process follows a clear set of steps.

Step 1: Identifying a Potential Error

Errors can be identified through our own internal reviews or brought to our attention by our readers. We value and encourage readers to contact us if they believe they have found a potential inaccuracy. The best way to report a potential error is to contact us directly through our official channels.

Step 2: The Verification and Review Process

Once a potential error is reported, it is immediately escalated to our editorial board. This board is composed of senior partners and specialized lawyers. The board will:

• Review the Claim: We carefully review the reported inaccuracy against the published content.
• Verify with Primary Sources: We cross-reference the information with primary legal sources, such as relevant laws and court rulings, to determine the factual accuracy of the claim.
• Assess the Nature of the Error: We determine the significance of the error. This can range from a minor typographical mistake to a more substantive inaccuracy.

Step 3: Taking Prompt Corrective Action

If our review confirms that an error has been made, we take prompt corrective action. Our response is tailored to the nature of the error:

• Minor Errors: For minor errors, such as typographical mistakes or broken links that do not alter the content’s meaning, we will correct the article directly and immediately.
• Substantive Errors of Fact: For significant factual inaccuracies, we will not only correct the error in the article but also add a formal correction notice. This notice will clearly state the incorrect information and when the article was updated.
• Fundamental Errors or Retractions: In the extremely rare event that an article’s central premise is found to be fundamentally flawed, we will issue a full retraction. The original article may be removed and replaced with an editor’s note explaining the reason, ensuring full transparency. This commitment is central to our firm’s corrections policy.

How to Report a Potential Error to Our Firm

We believe that our engagement with our readers is a vital part of upholding our standards. If you believe you have found an error in any of our publications, we encourage you to help us maintain our commitment to accuracy. Please contact us directly with the following information:

• The URL (web address) of the article in question.
• The specific section or statement you believe is incorrect.
• A description of the potential error and, if possible, a reference to a supporting source.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long does the review process take after an error is reported?

We are committed to reviewing all submissions promptly. For minor errors, a correction can often be made within one to two business days. For more substantive claims that require deeper verification with primary legal sources, the review may take up to a week to ensure our response is thorough and accurate.

2. What is the difference between a “correction” and a “clarification”?

A “correction” is issued when the information we published was factually incorrect at the time of publication. A “clarification,” on the other hand, is added when the original information was factually correct but its language was ambiguous or could be easily misinterpreted. Both are treated with equal seriousness under our corrections policy.

3. Does your corrections policy apply to content in all languages?

Yes, absolutely. Our commitment to accuracy and our formal corrections process apply equally to all content published on our website, regardless of the language. We will investigate and, if necessary, correct articles in English, Arabic, French, and all other languages we support. For more on this, please see the IFJ’s Global Charter of Ethics.

4. What if a law changes after an article is published?

This is a common occurrence in the legal field. Our policy is to periodically review and update our key articles to reflect significant legal developments. However, if you notice an article that does not reflect a recent change in the law, we encourage you to report it. We will then prioritize updating that content.

5. Does this policy apply to opinions expressed by your lawyers in the media?

Our corrections policy applies specifically to the factual information published on our firm’s official website. While our lawyers always strive for accuracy in media commentary, editorial control in external publications belongs to the publisher. For information on journalistic standards, you can refer to resources from organizations like the Global Investigative Journalism Network.

Our Corrections Policy is a reflection of our firm’s core values of integrity and accountability. We believe that being a trusted legal authority means being transparent about our process and unwavering in our commitment to getting it right. Thank you for being a part of that process.