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October 01, 2023

Eric Bumgartner Successfully Argues and Wins Anti-SLAPP Motion to Dismiss Defamation Claims

Eric Bumgartner successfully defended his client, a recent political candidate, against defamation claims asserted against him based on statements made on the campaign trail. Eric argued that the defamation claims violated Georgia’s Anti-Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation (SLAPP) laws and were subject to dismissal. The trial court agreed and awarded Eric’s client his attorneys’ fees and expenses.