Most small business owners experience severe anguish when they think about the effects of a negative customer review in regard to their internet business reputation. So much so that they are willing to do just about anything, including sending the oft ill-advised demand letter. Usually, general counsel will tell the business owner that sending such a demand letter is no … [Read more...] about Think About This Before Responding To A Negative Customer Review
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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?