Laurel L Baker

May 26, 2023 | Texas Lawyer

Texas legislators are considering changes to the state's anti-SLAPP statute, known as the Texas Citizens Participation Act ("TCPA"), that could significantly increase litigation costs.

By Laurel L. Baker

3 minute read

February 09, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

"... Texas courts have consistently found that certain efforts by businesses are sufficient to establish trade secret protection under Texas law."

By Laurel L. Baker

3 minute read

January 05, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

The Texas Citizens Participation Act (TCPA), commonly referred to as the Texas Anti-SLAPP statute, provides litigants a valuable tool: an early opportunity to move to dismiss a lawsuit that infringes on their First Amendment rights, and if successful, an award of attorney fees.

By Laurel L. Baker

4 minute read