Anti-SLAPP Law Doesn't Apply to Foreign Speech by Foreigners

A federal judge has ruled that California’s anti-SLAPP law—designed to protect against frivolous lawsuits targeting free speech—does not apply to speech made by foreigners about foreign entities. The decision in a case involving Deutsche Lufthansa AG clarifies legal boundaries for speech-related disputes with international dimensions, potentially setting a precedent for similar cases. Legal experts and free speech advocates are weighing the implications of the ruling, which could influence how courts handle cross-border defamation and speech claims. The outcome may reshape how companies and individuals navigate legal risks when addressing matters outside California’s jurisdiction.

The case is a decision by Judge Susan Illston (N.D. Cal.) Friday in Doe v. Deutsche Lufthansa AG (see also… The post Anti-SLAPP Law Doesn't Apply to Foreign Speech by Foreigners appeared first on Reason.com.