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Jul 09 2012

The Shifting Burden of Proof Under California’s Anti-SLAPP statute

Code of Civil Procedure Section 425.16, known as California’s “anti-SLAPP statute” imposes burdens on plaintiff’s and defendants. This article provides an overview of the burden shifting effect of that statutory provision.

A Waiver of First Amendment Rights and Anti-SLAPP Protection Made In Settlement Agreements May Be Enforceable Upon Clear and Compelling Relinquishment of Rights

A contractual waiver of First Amendment Rights requires close scrutiny to ensure the waiver is knowing and voluntary.

The Commercial Speech Exception to California Code of Civil Procedure §425.16

The commercial speech exception may provide an exemption to business owners facing to anti-SLAPP motions.