As I sit here and enjoy another sunny day in Los Angeles, California, I think to myself, "man, I'm lucky." I get to litigate cases which intrigue me, and get to help people resolve their disputes without resorting to self-help (in most instances). But you're not here to listen to my idle musings. You're reading this because you want to know what's the single biggest … [Read more...] about Defendants: How To Win A Defamation Case Without Filing An Anti-SLAPP Motion Or Going To Trial
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How Long Do You Have To File An Anti-SLAPP Motion?
A section 425.16 motion (AKA anti-SLAPP motion) must be filed no later than 60 days after service of the complaint or amended complaint. Of course, a court has discretion to allow an anti-SLAPP motion to be filed after 60 days. CCP 425.16(f). In addition, unlike other motions to strike (or a demurrer), an anti-SLAPP motion may be heard before or after a defendant files an … [Read more...] about How Long Do You Have To File An Anti-SLAPP Motion?