About this episode
The episode discusses the limits of free speech and legal protections related to defamation and First Amendment rights.
We have all heard the expression, "Freedom of Speech." If I'm a student, do I have free speech rights?What are the limits of free speech? What if I don't like a restaurant, or someone is scared because of what I said? Are there laws to protect ordinary people? Can I sue them for what they said?Tonight, YLR Host, Jeff Hayden, is joined by Krista Baughman, Walnut Creek, a trial lawyer with over 16 years experience in First Amendment, defamation, and anti-SLAPP matters.Questions for Jeff and his guests? Please call (415) 841-4134. If you are outside of the Bay Area, call, toll free, at (866) 798-8255.
People in this episode
Host: Jeff Hayden
Guest: Krista Baughman
Topics covered
- Freedom of Speech
- First Amendment
- defamation
- anti-SLAPP
- legal rights
- student rights
Keywords
- free speech
- First Amendment
- defamation
- lawsuit
- anti-SLAPP
- student rights
- legal protections
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Walnut Creek
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