Anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) laws protect individuals and organizations from lawsuits intended to silence or intimidate them for expressing their opinions or exercising their rights. These laws are especially important in today’s...
Anti-SLAPP
What are the penalties for SLAPP abuse?
SLAPP suits, or Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation, aim to silence people by overwhelming them with legal costs and threats. California's anti-SLAPP laws protect individuals from these abusive tactics, but there are penalties for those who misuse the...
Can anti-SLAPP laws deter frivolous lawsuits?
Anti-SLAPP laws exist to stop lawsuits that aim to silence free speech. These laws protect individuals from legal claims meant to intimidate or burden them financially. But do they actually discourage frivolous lawsuits? The answer depends on how effectively they are...
How do anti-SLAPP laws protect online reviews?
Online reviews and feedback are an important way for people to share their experiences with businesses and services. Sometimes, though, these reviews lead to legal arguments when a business believes a review hurts its reputation. Anti-SLAPP laws help protect people in...
The role of anti-SLAPP in social media and online speech
Online platforms such as social media and blogs give everyone a voice. However, sharing opinions can sometimes lead to lawsuits. Some of these suits are not about resolving real legal issues. Instead, they aim to intimidate or silence people. This is where...
How anti-SLAPP law protects your right to speak out
In today's fast-paced world, speaking out on issues that matter can make you feel apprehensive. Yet, voicing your opinion plays a vital role in shaping society. California's anti-SLAPP law offers protection for those who engage in public discourse. SLAPP suits: Why...
How does the burden of proof shift in Anti-SLAPP motions?
Anti-SLAPP motions play a crucial role in protecting individuals from lawsuits meant to silence free speech. In these motions, the burden of proof shifts between the parties, impacting the case's outcome. Initial burden on the defendant When a defendant files an...
Understanding the burden of proof for anti-SLAPP cases
In California, the anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) law protects individuals from lawsuits that attempt to silence free speech or legitimate petitioning. Knowing how the burden of proof works in these cases is key because it affects how a...
Common types of SLAPP lawsuits
In California, it's important to understand what a SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) claim involves. These lawsuits are often used to intimidate or silence individuals through expensive legal battles. Recognizing common examples of SLAPP claims...
When can you file an anti-SLAPP lawsuit?
California's anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) law can protect individuals and businesses that have publicly criticized someone else and are now facing a lawsuit. Understanding when and how to file an anti-SLAPP lawsuit can help prevent...