Re: Isn't that illegal?
It is libel, so a civil matter.
And if it gets a company's search rankings reduced, that is damages.
So it could be solved by tort law and law suits against the IP lawyers spamming out the takedown notices, IF google were to let the victims know they're being targeted and being damaged.
A $25 fee per DMCA takedown request is probably an easier solution.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
