The legal landscape during 2017-2021 shows David Irving navigating ongoing challenges related to his publishing activities, digital platform restrictions, and business operations. While not facing major new litigation comparable to earlier periods, Irving dealt with content restrictions and operational legal issues that affected his work.
Video Disabling: In July 2018, Irving received notifications that his Sobibor visit video was disabled due to "legal complaints from a score of countries." Irving described this as "quite inoffensive, most of the talking done by the head of the archeological team."
Welcome Video Issues: YouTube also disabled Irving's "welcome video to the bookstore," indicating broader restrictions on Irving's promotional content.
Pattern of Restrictions: Irving expressed confusion about YouTube's policies, suggesting he faced multiple content removals during this period without clear understanding of the specific violations.
iTransact Relationship: Irving's ongoing disputes with iTransact payment processing services created potential legal complications. Irving suggested they had been trying to switch to Bank of America since "March last year" but that this "seems to have been stalled by iTransact."
Contract Interpretation: Irving's frustration with iTransact suggests potential contractual disputes about service terms and payment settlement procedures.
Big Yellow Storage Contracts: Irving maintained multiple storage unit contracts, occasionally modifying arrangements and consolidating units, suggesting ongoing contract management requirements.
Access Authorization: Irving had to provide written authorization to Big Yellow Storage for family member access, indicating security and legal liability protocols.
Regular Tours: Irving's ability to conduct regular US speaking tours indicates absence of travel restrictions or entry bans during this period.
Banking Relationships: Irving maintained US banking relationships without apparent legal complications, though he faced operational difficulties with account access and card authentication.
UK Operations: Irving operated freely in the UK, maintaining storage facilities, publishing operations, and residential arrangements.
Tour Planning: Irving planned tours to Latvia and Poland, suggesting no European travel restrictions.
Publishing Rights: Irving retained full control over his book publishing and distribution, suggesting no outstanding copyright litigation or restrictions.
Content Ownership: Irving's ability to coordinate reprinting and new editions indicates clear ownership of his written works.
Platform Restrictions: YouTube and potentially other platforms restricted Irving's content, affecting his digital marketing and outreach strategies.
Alternative Platforms: Irving may have needed to explore alternative digital distribution methods due to mainstream platform restrictions.
International Operations: Irving operated businesses in both US and UK jurisdictions without apparent regulatory complications.
Payment Processing Compliance: Despite difficulties with iTransact, Irving maintained legitimate payment processing arrangements for customer transactions.
Currency Exchange: Irving regularly transferred funds between US and UK accounts, suggesting compliance with international banking regulations.
Account Maintenance: Irving maintained multiple international banking relationships without apparent legal restrictions.
Lightning Source: Irving maintained contracts with Lightning Source in both US and UK, adapting to their integration with Ingram without major legal complications.
Biddle's Printing: Irving maintained ongoing contracts with Biddle's for major print runs, suggesting stable commercial relationships.
Storage Contracts: Irving maintained multiple storage unit contracts with Big Yellow, modifying arrangements as needed.
Tour Coordination: Irving worked with various tour organizers and venue providers without apparent contractual complications.
Distribution Channel Diversification: Platform restrictions may have encouraged Irving to maintain diverse distribution channels for his content.
Content Modification: Irving may have needed to modify content or presentation strategies to navigate platform policies.
Documentation: Irving maintained careful records of business operations, correspondence, and financial transactions.
Professional Relationships: Irving worked with solicitors and other professionals as needed for business and personal legal matters.