Hacker News
new
|
past
|
comments
|
ask
|
show
|
jobs
|
submit
login
ceejayoz
on Aug 29, 2016
|
parent
|
context
|
favorite
| on:
Scammed By A Silicon Valley Startup
No, but that's not the point.
Not everyone has $50k and the time to fight a libel/defamation suit.
readitmeow
on Aug 29, 2016
|
next
[–]
True, but the alternative is letting people like this get away just because they have power and/or money. Tough situation to be in.
basisword
on Aug 29, 2016
|
parent
|
next
[–]
Not really. She left enough clues that people on HN could figure it all out pretty quickly. Seems like a good middle ground to exposing them but protecting yourself.
dalke
on Aug 29, 2016
|
prev
[–]
California has a broad anti-SLAPP law that would keep this from costing $50K. She would likely win attorney fees as well. IANAL.
overcast
on Aug 29, 2016
|
parent
[–]
That acronym should really not exist.
hamish-donovon
on Aug 31, 2016
|
root
|
parent
[–]
What's wrong with SLAPP?
dalke
on Aug 31, 2016
|
root
|
parent
[–]
I assumed it was a problem with IANAL.
Consider applying for YC's Fall 2026 batch!
Applications
are open till July 27.
Guidelines
|
FAQ
|
Lists
|
API
|
Security
|
Legal
|
Apply to YC
|
Contact
Search:
Not everyone has $50k and the time to fight a libel/defamation suit.