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SLAPPing back: SLAPP countersuits are on the rise

In the legal world, even the word "SLAPP" is a term of art. SLAPP, or "strategic lawsuit against public participation," is the acronym used for cases filed with the intent of silencing defendants who are exercising their First Amendment rights. Historically, these suits have created a powerful disincentive for potential defendants. But experts say ...

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