A SLAPP suit (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) is a lawsuit filed not to win on the merits, but to intimidate and silence critics through the burden and expense of litigation. They are commonly filed against journalists, activists, tenants, online reviewers, and anyone who speaks out against a powerful party. California law provides strong tools to fight back.
The firm has extensive experience both filing and defending against anti-SLAPP motions. A successful motion can result in early dismissal of the case and an award of attorney's fees against the party that filed the meritless suit. Anti-SLAPP motions must be filed quickly after service of the lawsuit, so timing is critical — contact us as soon as possible if you have been served.
Whether you are a defendant needing to strike back against a retaliatory lawsuit, or a plaintiff whose case is facing an anti-SLAPP challenge, the firm can evaluate your position and develop a strategy. The analysis of what speech or conduct qualifies as protected activity is nuanced, and experience in this area of law matters.
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