I represent a plaintiff in a defamation case involving internet defamation and offline defamation. The Defendant filed an anti-SLAPP motion. SLAPP is an acronym for Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation. These types of motions are meant to dispose of lawsuits at an early stage, which are primarily aimed at chilling speech. We opposed the motion and the court … [Read more...] about Victory! Anti-SLAPP Motion Denied in Defamation Case
Archives for October 2008
Can A Court Silence You For Life?
You may be under the mistaken impression that the only remedy for a defamation claim is monetary. Well, that was the case (essentially) until the California Supreme Court had something to say about it last year in Balboa Island Inn v. Lemen (2007) 40 Cal.4th 1441. The owner of a restaurant and bar sued a nearby resident for nuisance, defamation, and interference with … [Read more...] about Can A Court Silence You For Life?
5 Ways To Avoid Being Sued On Your Blog
"Avoid lawsuits beyond all things; they pervert your conscience, impair your health, and dissipate your property." -Jean de la Bruyere Most lawsuits are avoidable and unnecessary. The key is to adopt a strategy that decreases the likelihood that you will be sued, and if you are sued, increases your chances of prevailing. For bloggers, this has become particularly … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Avoid Being Sued On Your Blog
Bloggers Under Siege in Los Angeles With Defamation Lawsuits
It's rough out here in Los Angeles for bloggers who report on the practices of real estate companies and mortgage lenders! According to a story in the L.A. times, entitled, "R.E. Blogs Under Attack," Mortgage Lender Implode-o-meter, and Blown Mortgage have been sued recently in Los Angeles County for defamation. The California Defamation Law Blog will keep an eye on these … [Read more...] about Bloggers Under Siege in Los Angeles With Defamation Lawsuits
What is Defamation?
Defamation is the false or unjustified injury of the reputation of another person. Generally, defamation comes in two forms: Slander and Libel. Slander is an oral defamation and Libel is a written defamation (also pictures and video, and any defamatory statement on the internet). … [Read more...] about What is Defamation?