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Originally Posted by Deej
You're right. It wouldn't hurt to try. I guess I just assume the worst now adays.  |
If the places that reported it are reputable news sources you can contact the editor in charge, tell them your story and demand a retraction. They might want some kind of proof or to interview you so you can tell your side of the story. They may also decline if you refuse to show proof or talk to them on the record.
If they don't retract (they could do the work themselves to find out the truth, but many of them are lazy) you could always sue, but in reality it wouldn't be cheap for you to do so and the odds of you winning much are likely not that great.
Still, just be fair and firm with them. I have and worked at a few magazines and newspapers. They understand that they sometimes get things wrong.