Litigating Libel and Defamation Cases

Brett Bitzer
Brett Bitzer | Callahan & Blaine, APLC.

Brett Bitzer is a Senior Trial Attorney at Callahan & Blaine, APLC.

On-Demand: October 25, 2023
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Program Summary

This course examines the relevant elements, defenses, and recoverable damages in every type of defamation case. The course further examines the key procedural laws relating to defamation including, but not limited to, the California Anti-SLAPP statute. This course further outlines and discusses some of the most significant public rulings nationwide in defamation cases and concludes with providing tips and best practices for both prosecuting and defending against defamation cases.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Defamation: Essential Elements
  • Defenses and Damages
  • Reviewing Key Laws Relating to Defamation (Anti-SLAPP)
  • 2023 Case Updates and Notable Public Rulings
  • Making Your Case: Best Practices for Prosecuting and Defending Defamation Claims
  • Litigating Cases Involving Public Figures

Date / Time: October 25, 2023

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Speakers

Brett Bitzer_Callahan & Blaine_myLawCLEBrett Bitzer | Callahan & Blaine, APLC.

Brett Bitzer is a Senior Trial Attorney at Callahan & Blaine, APLC. Mr. Bitzer is an experienced trial attorney successfully representing both plaintiff and defendants in diverse subject matters including business litigation, catrostophic personal injury and wrongful death, defamation, breach of contract, employment and labor law claims, trademark infringement, professional malpractice, fraud, finaancial elder abuse, and class actions

Agenda

I. Defamation: Essential Elements | 2:00pm – 2:15pm

II. Defenses and Damages | 2:15pm – 2:30pm

III. Reviewing Key Laws Relating to Defamation (Anti-SLAPP) | 2:30pm – 2:45pm

IV. 2023 Case Updates and Notable Public Rulings | 2:45pm – 3:00pm

Break | 3:00pm – 3:10pm

V. Making Your Case: Best Practices for Prosecuting and Defending Defamation Claims | 3:10pm – 3:25pm

VI. Litigating Cases Involving Public Figures | 3:25pm – 3:40pm

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